to fail to agree
; differ: The conclusions disagree with the facts. The theories disagree in their basic premises. to differ in opinion; dissent: Three of the judges disagreed with the verdict. to quarrel: They disagreed violently and parted company.
What term means to disagree?
to fail to agree
; differ: The conclusions disagree with the facts. The theories disagree in their basic premises. to differ in opinion; dissent: Three of the judges disagreed with the verdict. to quarrel: They disagreed violently and parted company.
What does it mean when you disagree with something?
reciprocal verb. If you disagree with someone or disagree with what they say,
you do not accept that what they say is true or correct
. You can also say that two people disagree.
What is the example of disagree?
Disagree Sentence Examples
“
We’ll have to agree to disagree
,” she relented. Fred didn’t disagree, a sure sign he too was discouraged. It was a capital offence in the eyes of the State to disagree with the teachings of the Church, and these, it must be remembered, included a recognition of the papal supremacy.
What is a synonym for do not agree?
- clash.
- contradict.
- differ.
- dissent.
- diverge.
- counter.
- depart.
- discord.
How do you disagree?
- Don’t make it personal. …
- Avoid putting down the other person’s ideas and beliefs. …
- Use “I” statements to communicate how you feel, what you think, and what you want or need. …
- Listen to the other point of view. …
- Stay calm.
How do you disagree politely?
- “I see what you’re saying but…”
- “I understand where you’re coming from, but…”
- “That’s a valid point, but…”
- “I’m sorry but I disagree with you about this.”
What do you call someone you disagree with?
A contrarian
is someone who takes an opposing view, especially for the sake of being difficult, contentious or in opposition to the generally held view. This could also be used as an adjective.
What is the root of disagree?
The word comes from combining the Old French agreer, “to receive with favor or take pleasure in” with the
Latin prefix dis
, which here means “do the opposite of.” Definitions of disagree.
How do you disagree strongly?
- Absolutely not.
- Do you really believe/think that (…)?
- I don’t agree at all.
- I totally disagree.
- That makes no sense (to me).
- That’s (totally) wrong.
What is disagree sentence?
be different from one another. 1,
He is tolerant of those who disagree with him
. 2, She and I disagree about it . 3, The conclusions disagree with the facts. 4, I didn’t feel able to disagree with him.
What is the meaning of strongly disagree?
I’m afraid I have to disagree with you (on that issue). [ + that ] Few people would disagree that something should be done to reduce crime in the area. I profoundly/strongly disagree with (= do
not accept
) the decision that has been made. Opposite. agree (SAY YES)
How do you use agree to disagree in a sentence?
:
to agree not to argue anymore about a difference of opinion He likes golf and his wife likes tennis
, so when it comes to sports, they have agreed to disagree.
What are synonyms for disagree?
See definition of disagreement on Dictionary.com.
noundispute
, quarrel. noundifference, unlikeness.
What does not concur mean?
US.
To fail or refuse to concur
; to disagree. Usually with in or with.
How do you say I don’t agree?
- I don’t think so.
- (strong) No way.
- I’m afraid I disagree.
- (strong) I totally disagree.
- I beg to differ.
- (strong) I’d say the exact opposite.
- Not necessarily.
- That’s not always true.