strife

Meanings

• Noun

  A state of discord or conflict between people or groups.

  - "The strife between the two families lasted for generations."
  - "The city was torn apart by strife and violence."

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Pronunciation

1. /stɹaɪf/
   
   
   
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2. /stɹaɪf/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

altercation , contention , discord , wrangle

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with strife
strife , life , wife , knife , mife , rife

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Variants

List of all variants of strife that leads to same result
strife , strifeless , strifes

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Etymology

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Old English strif 'contest, struggle, conflict; struggle for mastery, combat, war'. Related to stribian 'to strive'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'strife' comes from the Old English word 'strif', which means 'contest' or 'struggle'.

2. The ancient Greeks believed that strife was a goddess, personifying the discord and conflict that often arises between people.

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Related Concepts

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1. conflict: A disagreement or clash between people or groups, often leading to strife.

2. discord: A lack of harmony or agreement, often leading to strife.

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Culture

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Strife has been a common theme in literature, art, and music throughout history. In literature, strife is often depicted in epic poetry and tragedy. In art, it is often depicted in paintings and sculptures that depict battles and conflicts. In music, it is a common theme in rock and heavy metal music.

How to Memorize "strife"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a group of people arguing and fighting. Imagine the tension and anger between them.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'strife' with the word 'conflict'. Remember that strife is a state of discord or conflict.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Squabbles, Rifts, and Feuds' to remember the meaning of strife.

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