discord
3 synonyms and 6 antonyms for discord, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Disagreement or lack of harmony between people.
Synonyms
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Disagreement or lack of harmony between people.
“Years of discord between the two families finally ended in reconciliation.”
Opposites
2. noun
A harsh or clashing combination of musical sounds.
“The orchestra deliberately used discord to build tension in the score.”
Opposites
How to use discord
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sow discord
marital discord
a note of discord
Etymology
From Latin discordia, built from dis- ("apart") plus cor, cordis ("heart") — literally "hearts apart."
Full origin of discord →Frequently asked questions
What does “discord” mean?
The word “discord” means disagreement or lack of harmony between people. In plain terms, conflict or disagreement (or clashing musical notes); also the name of a popular chat platform.
How do you pronounce “discord”?
“Discord” is pronounced DIHS-kawd (/ˈdɪskɔɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “discord” in a sentence?
Here is “discord” used in a sentence: “Years of discord between the two families finally ended in reconciliation.”
What part of speech is “discord”?
Depending on how it is used, “discord” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “discord” come from?
The word “discord” comes from Latin. From Latin discordia, built from dis- ("apart") plus cor, cordis ("heart") — literally "hearts apart.".
Is “discord” a common word?
“Discord” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “discord” have?
“Discord” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: disagreement or lack of harmony between people.
