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dis·sen·sion
dissension
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- pronunciation:
- dih
sen
shn
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noun |
definition 1: |
strong disagreement or contention.
As dissension spread through the populace, the government enacted even harsher laws.- antonyms:
- accord, harmony, peace
- similar words:
- dissent, faction, feud, strife
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definition 2: |
a difference of opinion; dissent.
There was dissension within the community over the outcome of the trial.- antonyms:
- accession, accord
- similar words:
- dissent, faction
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related words: |
affray, collision, conflict, demurrer, discord, dispute, division, objection, outcry, war |
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