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.
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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