disagreement

noun

dis·​agree·​ment ˌdis-ə-ˈgrē-mənt How to pronounce disagreement (audio)
1
: the act of disagreeing
2
a
: the state of being at variance : disparity
b

Examples of disagreement in a Sentence

There's been a lot of disagreement about how best to spend the money. Several disagreements have yet to be resolved.
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In a Thursday, March 20 trailer, fans of Sister Wives got a sneak peek of what’s to come in the second half of season 19 — and further insight into Meri and Kody's disagreement concerning the Flagstaff, Ariz., compound. Charna Flam, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025 But there are a lot of obstacles to overcome first, such as sharp disagreements over territory and Ukraine's future security. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025 Without directly stating his name, Trump called for Boasberg’s impeachment, prompting Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to release a rare statement condemning calls for judges to be impeached solely based on disagreements with decisions. Elaine Mallon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 19 Mar. 2025 But in response to a question about recent comments Musk made suggesting that the U.S. should abandon the International Space Station in two years rather than keep it operating through 2030 as planned, Williams voiced her disagreement. Denise Chow, NBC News, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for disagreement

Word History

First Known Use

1501, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of disagreement was in 1501

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disagreement

noun
dis·​agree·​ment ˌdis-ə-ˈgrē-mənt How to pronounce disagreement (audio)
1
: the act of disagreeing
2
a
: the state of being different
b
: a difference of opinion : quarrel

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