disunity in English
- disunity⇄disunity, noun.
lack of unity; disunion.
Ex. It was recognized that the allies must first concert policy among themselves; otherwise [others] ... would be sure to exploit allied disunity (New York Times).
(SYN) dissension, discord.
disunity
Part of Speech
noun
Pronunciation
/dɪsˈjuːnɪti/
Definitions
- noun: Lack of unity; disagreement or division within a group.
Usage Examples
- The growing disunity among team members affected their performance.
- Political disunity can weaken a nation's stability.
Etymology
Derived from Middle English, from Latin 'dis-' (apart) + 'unitas' (oneness, unity). First recorded use in the 16th century.
Synonyms
- division
- discord
- conflict
- dissension
Antonyms
- unity
- harmony
- cohesion
- agreement
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | desunión | /desuˈnjon/ |
| French | désunion | /dezynjɔ̃/ |
| German | Uneinigkeit | /ˈʊnˌʔaɪ̯nɪçkaɪ̯t/ |
| Russian | разногласие | /rəznaˈɡlasʲɪje/ |
| Hindi | असहमति | /asahmati/ |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 不团结 | /bù tuánjié/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /dɪsˈjuːnɪti/
- American English: /dɪsˈjuːnɪti/ or /dɪsˈjuːnəti/
Historical Usage
The term 'disunity' has been used in historical contexts to describe divisions in empires, nations, and organizations, often leading to conflict or decline.
Cultural Nuances
In many cultures, disunity is seen as a negative force that weakens communities and relationships, making it a term often associated with political and social instability.
More Information
'Disunity' is commonly used in political and organizational discussions to emphasize the importance of cooperation and unity. It is often contrasted with solidarity and cohesion.