discord
/ˈdɪskɔːd/ · /ˈdɪskɔːrd/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6694 in the learning path
不和；纷争
Definitions
n. Disagreement or conflict between people or groups.
不和；纷争
n. A combination of musical sounds that clash unpleasantly.
不和谐音
Example
Arguments about chores caused discord among the flatmates.
关于家务的争吵导致室友之间不和。
Unequal access to resources can fuel social discord, particularly when communities feel excluded from political decisions.
资源获取不平等会加剧社会纷争，尤其是在群体感到被排除在政治决策之外时。
Collocations
- social discord
- sow discord
- a source of discord
- marital discord
Word family
- discordant (adj.)
Synonyms
- conflict
- disagreement
- disharmony
Antonyms
- harmony
- agreement
Usage tip
表示不和时通常不可数，语气比disagreement正式。
FAQ
- What does discord mean?
- Disagreement or conflict between people or groups. A combination of musical sounds that clash unpleasantly.
- How is discord pronounced?
- UK /ˈdɪskɔːd/, US /ˈdɪskɔːrd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
