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   Dis·sen·sion

   /dəˈsen(t)SH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. disagreement that leads to discord: "these issues caused bitter dissension in the party"

   Word Origin Middle English: via Old French from Latin dissensio(n-), from the verb dissentire (see dissent).

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   Dissension means disagreement or discord, especially among factions or parties. Learn the synonyms, examples, history, and usage of this word from the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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   Dissension means strong disagreement, contention, or discord. It comes from Latin dissentire, meaning to dissent or disagree. See synonyms, origin, and usage examples of dissension.

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   Dissension means strong disagreement, especially within an organization. Learn how to use this formal word in sentences with synonyms and translations.

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   What is the difference between conflict and dissension?

   • conflict usually stresses the action of forces in opposition but in static applications implies an irreconcilability as of duties or desires. contention applies to strife or competition that shows itself in quarreling, disputing, or controversy. dissension implies strife or discord and stresses a division into factions.

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   What is a synonym for dissent?

   • n. Difference of opinion; disagreement. See Synonyms at conflict. [Middle English dissencioun, from Old French dissension, from Latin dissēnsiō, dissēnsiōn-, from dissēnsus, past participle of dissentīre, to dissent; see dissent .] American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.

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   What does dissension mean?

   • Dissension definition: strong disagreement; a contention or quarrel; discord. See examples of DISSENSION used in a sentence.

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   What is the difference between contention and dissension?

   • contention applies to strife or competition that shows itself in quarreling, disputing, or controversy. dissension implies strife or discord and stresses a division into factions. variance implies a clash between persons or things owing to a difference in nature, opinion, or interest.

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   Dissension means strong disagreement, especially within an organization. Learn how to use this word in sentences and find out how to say it in different languages.

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   dissension: 1 n disagreement among those expected to cooperate Synonyms: discord Types: confrontation discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions division , variance discord that splits a group Type of: disagreement the speech act of disagreeing or arguing or disputing n a conflict of people's opinions, actions, or characters Synonyms: ...

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   Dissension is the difference of opinion or disagreement among people or groups. It can also mean a conflict of opinions or actions, or a bone of contention. Find synonyms, related words, translations, and examples from various sources on this web page.

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   Dissension is a formal word for disagreement between people or within a group. Learn how to use it in sentences, pronounce it and find synonyms with the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary app.