disaccord
/,disə'kɔ:k/
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Definition
- Verb:
- To be different from one another; to disagree or be in conflict: "disaccord" means to lack agreement or harmony, to differ in opinion, nature, or character.
Usage
- The verb "disaccord" is a formal term used to describe a state of disagreement or incongruity between people, ideas, facts, or elements. It often implies a more fundamental or inherent difference than a simple verbal argument.
Examples
- Verb:
- The witness's testimony disaccorded with the physical evidence found at the scene.
- Their political philosophies disaccord on almost every major issue.
- If your actions disaccord with your words, people will not trust you.
Advanced Usage
- "to disaccord with": This is the standard construction, meaning to be in disagreement or conflict with something.
- The new scientific data disaccords with the long-held theory.
Variants and Related Words
- Disaccord (noun): A state of disagreement or conflict.
- There was a noticeable disaccord between the two departments regarding the budget.
- Discord (noun/verb): A more common synonym meaning disagreement or strife; to disagree.
- Discordant (adjective): Being at variance; disagreeing or incongruous.
Synonyms
- Differ: To be unlike or distinct in nature, form, or characteristics.
- Conflict: To be in opposition or disagreement; to clash.
- Clash: To come into conflict or be incompatible.
Antonyms
- Accord: To agree or be in harmony.
- Concur: To agree or be of the same opinion.
- Harmonize: To bring into or be in agreement or concord.
Verb
- be different from one another