divisive — tending to cause disagreement or hostility between people
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: tending to cause disagreement or hostility between people
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈvaɪsɪv/
Example Sentences
- Pineapple on pizza remains a divisive topic that can end friendships.
- The new dress code policy proved divisive among employees.
- His divisive leadership style created two opposing camps within the team.
divisive
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈvaɪsɪv/]
tending to cause disagreement or hostility between people
One divisive comment split the dinner table into two angry sides.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'divisivus', derived from 'dividere' meaning 'to divide'. The word entered English in the 16th century through French influence, combining the Latin root with the English suffix '-ive' to form an adjective.
Breakdown
divid- (divide, from Latin dividere) + -ive (adjective suffix meaning 'tending to') = divisive (tending to divide or cause division)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Pineapple on pizza remains a divisive topic that can end friendships.”
“The new dress code policy proved divisive among employees.”
“His divisive leadership style created two opposing camps within the team.”
“The movie's ending was so divisive that fans created separate online communities.”
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