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disagree

dis·a·gree
D d

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [dis-uh-gree]
    • /ˌdɪs əˈgri/
    • /ˌdɪsəˈɡriː/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [dis-uh-gree]
    • /ˌdɪs əˈgri/

Definitions of disagree word

  • verb without object disagree to fail to agree; differ: The conclusions disagree with the facts. The theories disagree in their basic premises. 1
  • verb without object disagree to differ in opinion; dissent: Three of the judges disagreed with the verdict. 1
  • verb without object disagree to quarrel: They disagreed violently and parted company. 1
  • verb without object disagree to cause physical discomfort or ill effect (usually followed by with): The oysters disagreed with her. Cold weather disagrees with me. 1
  • noun disagree Have or express a different opinion. 1
  • intransitive verb disagree not agree 1

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Origin of disagree

First appearance:

before 1425
One of the 25% oldest English words
1425-75; late Middle English < Anglo-French, Middle French desagreer. See dis-1, agree

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Parts of speech for Disagree

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

disagree popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

disagree usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for disagree

verb disagree

  • dissent — to differ in sentiment or opinion, especially from the majority; withhold assent; disagree (often followed by from): Two of the justices dissented from the majority decision.
  • differ — to be unlike, dissimilar, or distinct in nature or qualities (often followed by from): The two writers differ greatly in their perceptions of the world. Each writer's style differs from that of another.
  • contradict — If you contradict someone, you say that what they have just said is wrong, or suggest that it is wrong by saying something different.
  • clash — When people clash, they fight, argue, or disagree with each other.
  • diverge — to move, lie, or extend in different directions from a common point; branch off.

Antonyms for disagree

verb disagree

  • concur — If one person concurs with another person, the two people agree. You can also say that two people concur.
  • consent — If you give your consent to something, you give someone permission to do it.
  • coincide — If one event coincides with another, they happen at the same time.
  • harmonize — to bring into harmony, accord, or agreement: to harmonize one's views with the new situation.
  • acquiesce — If you acquiesce in something, you agree to do what someone wants or to accept what they do.

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