
Definitions
n. serious disagreement or conflict between people or groups
冲突;纷争
Example
Arguments over money caused constant strife in the family.
关于钱的争吵让这家人纷争不断。
Economic inequality can fuel social strife when communities feel excluded from opportunities for a better life.
当一些群体觉得自己被排除在改善生活的机会之外时,经济不平等可能加剧社会冲突。
Collocations
- social strife
- civil strife
- industrial strife
Synonyms
- conflict
- discord
Antonyms
- harmony
Usage tip
不可数名词,语气正式,比一般争论更严重。
FAQ
- What does strife mean?
- serious disagreement or conflict between people or groups
- How is strife pronounced?
- UK /straɪf/, US /straɪf/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.