Disagree
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪsəˈɡɹiː/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Disagree is a verb meaning (intransitive) To fail to agree; to have a different opinion or belief.
Meaning
(intransitive) To fail to agree; to have a different opinion or belief.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To fail to conform or correspond with.
Example Sentences
John disagreed with Mary frequently.
Bob says cats are friendlier than dogs, but I disagree.
My results in the laboratory consistently disagree with yours.
You might think you look great in the full, body-hugging Lycra gimp suit, but chances are your girlfriend disagrees – according to the poll only 7% of the women asked found it a good look.
Word Forms
- disagrees
- disagreeing
- disagreed
Synonyms for disagree
Depending on context, synonyms include quarrel, dispute, disaccord, differ, discord.
Antonyms for disagree
Common opposites include concur, fit, check, jibe, match, tally.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include disaccord, discord, differ, dissent, undecided, contradict.
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