Dissension

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsɛn.ʃən/

Definitions of dissension

noun disagreement or conflict within a group, typically a political one

Example Sentences

A1 There was dissension among the group about where to go for lunch.

A2 The dissension within the team was causing tension and affecting productivity.

B1 The dissension between the two political parties was evident during the debate.

B2 The dissension among the board members led to a heated argument during the meeting.

C1 The dissension within the organization was a result of conflicting ideologies and goals.

C2 The dissension among the shareholders threatened to derail the company's merger plans.

Examples of dissension in a Sentence

formal The dissension among the board members led to a stalemate in decision-making.

informal There was dissension in the group chat about where to meet for dinner.

slang The dissension between them was causing major drama.

figurative The dissension in her mind made it hard for her to focus on anything else.

Grammatical Forms of dissension

• past tense: dissensioned
• plural: dissensions
• comparative: more dissension
• superlative: most dissension
• present tense: dissension
• future tense: will dissension
• perfect tense: have dissensioned
• continuous tense: is dissensioning
• singular: dissension
• positive degree: dissension
• infinitive: to dissension
• gerund: dissensioning
• participle: dissensioned

Origin and Evolution of dissension

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'dissension' originated from the Latin word 'dissensionem', which is derived from the verb 'dissensio' meaning 'disagree'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'dissension' has retained its original meaning of disagreement or conflict, but has also come to encompass discord or strife within a group or organization.