DISSENSUSES Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

dissensuses

noun

plural of dissensus

as in disputes

variance of opinion on a matter a democracy relies on dissensus as much as on consensus

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Noun

Gilbertson’s involvement in the ports grew out of a series of chaotic mergers that in the 1990s led to endless disputes among shippers and the railroads about whose cargo would move first.

— John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
Trump declined to endorse Thune for a future term as leader amid disputes over passing the SAVE America Act and eliminating the filibuster.

— David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of disputes

Noun

In that race, Sundlun was facing multiple controversies and voter fatigue while York ran on reform.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026
The Stars and Stripes jumped out to a 19-8 lead by the end of the first quarter and held on to win by a score of 55-52, though the contest wasn't without its fair share of lead changes and controversies.

— Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of controversies

Noun

Their partnership has developed despite a history that has fueled one of the most intense debates in American sports.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026
During one of their debates, Stefany Shaheen called out Sullivan, who served in the Obama administration, for supporting a plan that would keep private insurance as an option.

— Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of debates

Noun

For example, in Ozaukee County disagreements near Lion’s Den Gorge Nature Preserve have prompted discussion of permanent signs and a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources determination establishing the ordinary high-water mark.

— Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2026
Between small celebrations, hospital visits and disagreements about how to care for her, a mysterious presence of bulls begins to surround the house.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of disagreements

Noun

Some differences between the 2004 plan for downtown and the 2026 plan for Crown Center jump out, including the number of projects and improvements listed.

— Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2026
For more on the differences, see our guide to whether bank text codes are enough to protect you.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026

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