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strife

/straɪf/

CEFR level C2Topic SocietyWord #7145 in the learning path

冲突;纷争

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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.

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