dissension
gb/dɪsˈɛnʃən/ us/dɪsˈɛnʃən/
C1
English
viszály, széthúzás, megosztottság
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
1
Usage pattern:
dissension among/between [people/groups]; dissension within [organization]; dissension over [issue]
Dissension within the leadership team delayed the decision for months.
A vezetői csapaton belüli viszály hónapokkal késleltette a döntést.
The proposal caused dissension among residents, with both sides holding public meetings.
A javaslat viszályt okozott a lakosok között, és mindkét oldal nyilvános gyűléseket tartott.
Rumors and mistrust spread dissension through the department.
Learner examples
There is dissension in the group.
Széthúzás van a csoportban.
Dissension grew after the vote.
A szavazás után fokozódott a viszály.
Common mistake:
Often confused with "dissent" (an opinion of disagreement); "dissension" is the conflict or division that results.
Meaning
serious disagreement causing conflict
Collocations
internal dissension
|growing dissension
|deep dissension
|open dissension
|political dissension
|dissension within the party
|dissension among members
|dissension over policy
|quell dissension
|spark dissension
Synonyms
discord (Emphasizes lack of harmony and tension.)
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division (Focuses on a group splitting into opposing sides.)
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infighting (Suggests conflict within the same group.)
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strife (Stronger; suggests ongoing bitter conflict.)
Antonyms
unity (Agreement and togetherness within a group.)
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harmony (Peaceful, cooperative relationships.)
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consensus (General agreement after discussion.)
Themes
relationships
|politics
|business
|society
Definition
Strong disagreement in a group that causes problems.
Serious disagreement that creates conflict and weakens unity, especially within a group or organization.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
2
széthúzás
B2
Usage pattern:
[the] dissension in [group/organization]
After the merger, dissension lingered for years between the two former teams.
Az egyesülés után évekig megmaradt a széthúzás a két korábbi csapat között.
The report warned that dissension in the community could lead to further unrest.
A jelentés arra figyelmeztetett, hogy a közösségen belüli megosztottság további nyugtalansághoz vezethet.
They took steps to reduce dissension and rebuild trust.
Learner examples
The company is trying to reduce dissension.
A vállalat igyekszik csökkenteni a belső széthúzást.
Dissension in the team made work hard.
A csapaton belüli széthúzás megnehezítette a munkát.
Common mistake:
Not usually used for a small personal argument; it commonly refers to a wider split inside a group.
Meaning
state of being divided
Collocations
widespread dissension
|continued dissension
|longstanding dissension
|signs of dissension
|sources of dissension
|dissension in the ranks
|dissension in government
|dissension in the community
|end dissension
|heal dissension
Synonyms
disunity (Highlights the loss of unity rather than the argument itself.)
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fracture (Suggests a sharp break inside a group.)
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dissension (Self-synonym; the standard formal term for internal division.)
Antonyms
cohesion (Members are bonded and work well together.)
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solidarity (Strong unity, often for a shared cause.)
Themes
relationships
|society
|politics
|business
Definition
A situation where a group is not united because people disagree.
A state of internal disagreement and lack of unity within a group, community, or organization.
Grammar
Dictionary form
dissension
IPA
GB/dɪsˈɛnʃən/
US/dɪsˈɛnʃən/
Syllables & stress
dis - sen - sion (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (sen)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: dissension
- Plural: dissension, dissensions
Word family
Expressions
breed dissension
1/bɹˈid dɪsˈɛnʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
create conditions for conflict
To make disagreement grow over time.
Examples
- Secrecy and poor communication can breed dissension in any organization.
- Economic inequality often breeds dissension and resentment.
cause dissension
1/kˈɔz dɪsˈɛnʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
lead to internal disagreement
To make a group disagree and split.
Examples
- The new pay policy caused dissension among staff.
- His sudden promotion caused dissension within the team.
Learner examples
- This decision may cause dissension.
dissension in the ranks
1/dɪsˈɛnʃən ˈɪn ðə ɹˈæŋks/
fixed phrase
formal
disagreement within a group
Disagreement inside the same team or organization.
Examples
- There is dissension in the ranks of the governing party over tax reform.
- The coach tried to address dissension in the ranks before the playoffs.
Learner examples
- There is dissension in the ranks.
quell dissension
1/kwˈɛl dɪsˈɛnʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
stop internal conflict
To make a group stop fighting and disagreeing.
Examples
- The chair called an emergency meeting to quell dissension on the board.
- They offered concessions in an attempt to quell dissension among members.
sow dissension
1/sˈoʊ dɪsˈɛnʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
deliberately create disagreement
To make people in a group argue with each other on purpose.
Examples
- Fake accounts were used to sow dissension among voters online.
- He tried to sow dissension between the two managers by repeating private comments.
Learner examples
- Someone is trying to sow dissension in our team.
stir up dissension
1/stˈɚ ˈʌp dɪsˈɛnʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
provoke conflict within a group
To make disagreement worse in a group.
Examples
- The leaked email stirred up dissension inside the organization.
- Commentators accused the speaker of stirring up dissension for political gain.
Learner examples
- The rumor stirred up dissension.