disagreement

noun

dis·​agree·​ment ˌdis-ə-ˈgrē-mənt 

1

: the act of disagreeing

2

a

: the state of being at variance : disparity

b

: quarrel

Synonyms of disagreement

• dispute
• controversy
• debate
• disputation

Examples of disagreement in a Sentence

There's been a lot of disagreement about how best to spend the money.

Several disagreements have yet to be resolved.

Recent Examples on the Web

Presuit demand letters aim to resolve disagreements before a lawsuit is filed. — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

The disagreement centers on the ultra-rich coalition that has spent more than $100 million trying to bring down Proposition 40. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026

And the parties have disagreement as to the special master’s authority. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026

As The Athletic reported earlier this week, a source with knowledge of Mark Walter’s thinking said the current Lakers owner didn’t believe the latest Buss family disagreement would threaten his deal with Iger and Kushner. — Mirin Fader, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1501, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for disagreement

• agreement

Kids Definition

disagreement

noun

dis·​agree·​ment ˌdis-ə-ˈgrē-mənt 

1

: the act of disagreeing

2

a

: the state of being different

b

: a difference of opinion : quarrel