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Divisive

Definition: causing disagreement or hostility among people; creating a division or a split in opinions or beliefs

Part of Speech: adjective

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Senses and Usages:

1. Sense:

   Causing disagreement or conflict

   Sample Sentence:

   The politician's divisive remarks sparked intense debates among the citizens.

2. Sense:

   Creating a division or rift between groups

   Sample Sentence:

   The controversial decision was divisive, causing a deep division between the supporters and opponents.

3. Sense:

   Having the tendency to create differences of opinion

   Sample Sentence:

   The novel's themes were so divisive that they led to passionate discussions and disagreements among book club members.