disagree
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for disagree, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To hold a different opinion from someone else.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use disagree
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
disagree with someone
agree to disagree
strongly disagree
Etymology
From Middle English disagre, via Anglo-Norman disagreer from Old French desagreer, "to be unpleasant" — built from dis- + agree.
Full origin of disagree →Frequently asked questions
What does “disagree” mean?
The word “disagree” means to hold a different opinion from someone else. In plain terms, to think differently from someone, or (of facts/figures) to not line up with each other.
How do you pronounce “disagree”?
“Disagree” is pronounced dih-suh-GREE (/dɪsəˈɡɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “disagree” in a sentence?
Here is “disagree” used in a sentence: “I disagree with the decision to cancel the event.”
What part of speech is “disagree”?
“Disagree” is a verb.
Where does the word “disagree” come from?
The word “disagree” comes from Old French. From Middle English disagre, via Anglo-Norman disagreer from Old French desagreer, "to be unpleasant" — built from dis- + agree.
Is “disagree” a common word?
“Disagree” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “disagree” have?
“Disagree” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to hold a different opinion from someone else.
Do you disagree "with," "on," or "about" something?
You disagree with a person, statement, or decision ("I disagree with you"). You disagree on or about a topic ("they disagree on politics"; "we disagreed about the route"), and disagree over is also common for disputes. All are standard; the choice depends on whether you are naming who or what you oppose, or the subject of the disagreement.
Is it correct to say "I am disagree"?
No. Disagree is a verb, so it forms negatives and questions with do: "I disagree," "I don't agree," or "Do you disagree?" "I am disagree" is a common learner error caused by treating disagree like an adjective; if you want a construction with be, the formal option is "I am in disagreement."
What is the difference between disagree and argue?
To disagree is simply to hold a different opinion from someone, which can happen silently and politely. To argue is to express disagreement actively, exchanging reasons and often with some heat. Two people can disagree for years without ever arguing.
