Internecine

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.tərˈniː.saɪn/

Definitions of internecine

adjective relating to conflict within a group or organization, especially involving physical violence

Example Sentences

A1 The internecine conflict between the two rival gangs led to many casualties.

A2 The internecine rivalry between the two political parties caused chaos in the country.

B1 The internecine struggle for power within the company resulted in a hostile work environment.

B2 The internecine warfare between the two factions lasted for years, causing immense destruction.

C1 The internecine disputes among the royal family members threatened to destabilize the entire kingdom.

C2 The internecine power struggles within the government led to a breakdown of law and order in the country.

Examples of internecine in a Sentence

formal The internecine conflict between the two factions led to widespread destruction.

informal The internecine feud within the family caused a lot of tension during the holiday dinner.

slang The internecine drama between the two friends was getting out of hand.

figurative The internecine battle between his heart and mind made it difficult for him to make a decision.

Grammatical Forms of internecine

past tense

internecined

plural

internecines

comparative

more internecine

superlative

most internecine

present tense

internecines

future tense

will internecine

perfect tense

have internecined

continuous tense

is internecining

singular

internecine

positive degree

internecine

infinitive

to internecine

gerund

internecining

participle

internecining

Origin and Evolution of internecine

First Known Use: 1663 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'internecine' originated from the Latin word 'internecinus', which means 'mutually destructive' or 'deadly'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe deadly or mutually destructive conflicts within a group or organization, the word 'internecine' has evolved to also refer to any intense or bitter internal conflict or struggle.