Basic Details
Word: Disagree
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To have a different opinion or to not agree with something.
Synonyms: Differ, contradict, oppose
Antonyms: Agree, concur, accept
Idioms and Phrases
- Agree to disagree: To accept that two people have different opinions and stop arguing about it. Example: "After a long debate, we decided to agree to disagree on the best movie."
- Disagreeable person: Someone who is difficult to deal with due to their contrary views. Example: "He can be a disagreeable person when it comes to discussing politics."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Even though they are best friends, they often disagree about which music is the best.
Example 2: It's fine to disagree with someone's opinion, but it’s important to do it respectfully.
Example 3: The two teams disagreed on the rules for the game, which led to a heated discussion.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "disagree" comes from the Latin "disagregare," which means to separate or break apart? It reflects how differing opinions can lead to discussing separate viewpoints.
Famous Quote
"It is better to be divided by truth than to be united in error." - John Blanchard
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "disagree" mean?
a) To be friends
b) To have a different opinion
c) To agree on something
d) To be tired
Answer: b) To have a different opinion
2. Which of these is a synonym of "disagree"?
a) Agree
b) Differ
c) Accept
d) Consider
Answer: b) Differ
3. Which word is an antonym of "disagree"?
a) Oppose
b) Accept
c) Contradict
d) Differ
Answer: b) Accept
4. Which sentence uses "disagree" correctly?
a) I disagree with my friend about the best book to read.
b) I disagree with the weather being sunny.
c) I disagree to eat my dinner.
d) I agree that I will disagree.
Answer: a) I disagree with my friend about the best book to read.
5. Which idiom means to accept differing opinions?
a) Agree to disagree
b) Disagreeable person
c) Jump on the bandwagon
d) A fish out of water
Answer: a) Agree to disagree
