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

Three flags, one narrow channel, and a live disagreement over who controls what water beneath the ships. — Frank Ahrens, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Health insurers and hospitals tend to keep their contracts confidential, but, judging from each party’s previous comments, disagreements over reimbursement rates were a key issue throughout the negotiations. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Consumer price index and personal consumption expenditures readings can sometimes yield different outcomes – and provoke disagreement – regarding the direction that prices are heading. — Brandy Hadley, Fortune, 31 July 2026

Moving in together will not eliminate every disagreement, but having these conversations first can help couples build a foundation strong enough to hold up the rest. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 30 July 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