dissention

NOUN

controversy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

argument bickering difference discussion fuss quarrel squabble strife wrangle wrangling

STRONG

altercation beef brush contention disputation embroilment flak hurrah miff polemic row rumpus scene scrap tiff words

WEAK

falling-out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agreement concurrence peace

STRONG

compliment harmony praise

WEAK

accord forbearance quiet

Example Sentences

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Dissention within and intrigue from without further hastened the fall of the Administration.

From Atalantis Major by Defoe, Daniel

I do despise thee; Why, nothing can be baser, than to sow Dissention amongst Lovers.

From The Maids Tragedy by Fletcher, John