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divisive

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /dɪˈvaɪsɪv/

divisive means: Causing strong disagreement and separating people into opposing groups.

adjective

CAUSING DISAGREEMENTC1

Causing strong disagreement and separating people into opposing groups.

  • The issue is deeply divisive.
  • His divisive speech angered many voters.
  • They avoided divisive topics at the family dinner.

Similar words: polarizing, discordant

Opposites: unifying

Common phrases: divisive issue, divisive politics, divisive debate

Questions about divisive

What does divisive mean?

Causing strong disagreement and separating people into opposing groups.

What is divisive in other languages?

Türkçe: bölücü · Español: divisivo · Français: clivant · Deutsch: spaltend · Italiano: divisivo · 日本語: 分裂を招く

How do you pronounce divisive?

It is pronounced /dɪˈvaɪsɪv/.

How do you use divisive in a sentence?

The issue is deeply divisive. His divisive speech angered many voters.

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