noun

divisiveness

divisiveness, discord, dissension

The divisiveness of the debate was clear.

The divisiveness of the debate was clear.

He warned against political divisiveness.

He warned against political divisiveness.

the divisiveness of ((sth.)) The divisiveness of the issue is a problem.

political/social divisiveness We must avoid political divisiveness.

Synonyms: discord, dissension; Antonyms: unity, harmony

From 'divisive' + '-ness', a suffix forming abstract nouns indicating a state or quality.

The '-ness' at the end turns the adjective 'divisive' (causing division) into a noun meaning 'the state of causing division'.

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