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discorde
/dis.kɔʁd/
discord
Cette décision a semé la discorde parmi les membres du comité.
This decision sowed discord among the committee members.
formal
disagreement or conflict between people or groups
Les deux partis politiques sont en discorde sur la question de la réforme.
The two political parties are in discord over the reform issue.
Often used in political, social, or organizational contexts.
literary
lack of harmony or agreement in a situation
La discorde régnait dans la famille après la lecture du testament.
Discord reigned in the family after the will was read.
Can refer to emotional or psychological disharmony.
Collocations
semer la discordeto sow discordrégner la discordeto reign in discord
Antonyms
Pro Tip
Avoid confusion with 'discord' in English
While 'discorde' and 'discord' are cognates, 'discord' in English is more commonly used as a noun (e.g., 'a note of discord') or in the context of music (e.g., 'discordant sounds'). In social contexts, 'discord' is also a proper noun referring to a chat platform.
Gold Rule
Use in formal contexts
Discorde is best suited for formal writing or elevated speech. For casual conversation, prefer 'conflit' or 'désaccord'.
Word Origin
From Old French *discorde*, from Latin *discordia* (discord), from *discors* (discordant), from *dis-* (apart) + *cor* (heart).
Usage Notes
Discorde is a formal term often used in written or elevated speech. In everyday conversation, 'conflit' or 'désaccord' are more common.
Word Breakdown
dis-
prefix indicating separation or negation
prefix-corde
root from Latin 'cor' (heart)
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