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divisive

adjective

di·​vi·​sive də-ˈvī-siv How to pronounce divisive (audio)
also
-ˈvi- How to pronounce divisive (audio)
 or  -ziv
: creating disunity or dissension
a divisive issue
divisive rhetoric
divisively adverb
divisiveness noun

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Also, Atlanta has some of the most brutal examinations of divisive cultural and societal issues. Toby Grey, BGR, 16 Sep. 2022 The star's divisive (but fascinating) 1991 action flop Hudson Hawk doubled as a musical showcase for him. Justine Browning, EW.com, 16 Aug. 2022 As on all things Brexit, the answer is divisive — and a snapshot. William Booth, Washington Post, 15 Aug. 2022 Some politicians and activists of late have made accusations that teaching about race and inclusion in school is divisive, or a way to indoctrinate students. Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 19 May 2022 Chautauqua, an idyllic community of Victorian homes on the shores of a lake, was established to foster dialogue about the most divisive issues of our times. Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 14 Aug. 2022 In recent months, DeSantis has signed legislation taking strong stances on divisive cultural issues. Miles Cohen, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2022 Gasoline tax One of the most divisive issues the Legislature tackled during McCutcheon’s time as speaker was an increase in the state tax on gasoline and diesel. Mike Cason | Mcason@al.com, al, 12 Aug. 2022 The prohibition remains one of the state’s most divisive environmental issues. Louis Sahagún, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1642, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of divisive was in 1642

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