divisive
Translation
divisive, alienating, discordant
Examples
It is a divisive political issue.
It is a divisive political issue.
His comments were highly divisive.
His comments were highly divisive.
Grammar Patterns
a divisive ((noun)) It is a divisive issue.
to be divisive His policies were divisive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: alienating, disruptive; Antonyms: unifying, cohesive
Etymology
From Latin 'dividere' (to divide). The suffix '-ive' indicates a tendency or quality.
Memory Tips
A 'divisive' issue is one that 'divides' people's opinions.