strife
/stɹaɪf/
Group 15Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (noun)
- Angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict GRE
Example in Context
Years of ethnic strife had devastated the region's infrastructure and left deep scars in the social fabric of every community.
Synonyms
conflictfightingdiscord
Etymology
Strife indicates a struggle or conflict.
- strife (Old English) — contention
Memory Aid
⚔️Sounds like “strife”
When two cats FIGHT over a toy, it turns into a STRIFE worthy of a medieval epic!
Visual Association
🔥A dramatic standoff between two rival factions in a heated debate.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “strife” mean on the GRE?
strife (noun) means “Angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict”. Years of ethnic strife had devastated the region's infrastructure and left deep scars in the social fabric of every community.
How to remember “strife” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “strife” sounds like “strife”. When two cats FIGHT over a toy, it turns into a STRIFE worthy of a medieval epic!
What are synonyms for “strife”?
Common synonyms: conflict, fighting, discord.