disaffection

[ dis-uh-fek-shuhn ]

noun

1. the absence or alienation of affection or goodwill; estrangement;

   Disaffection often leads to outright treason.

disaffection

/ ˌdɪsəˈfɛkʃən /

noun

1. a state of dissatisfaction or alienation

   the growing disaffection between players

Word History and Origins

Origin of disaffection¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; dis- ¹ + affection ¹

Example Sentences

The rhetoric of the far-right is effective because it taps into genuine frustration and disaffection.

From BBC

Even with his Super Tuesday dominance, there were some signs of continued disaffection with the former president among Republican primary voters.

From BBC

Behind what should be formidable top-line numbers, however, keep an eye on exit polls that may reveal continued disaffection with the former president among some primary voters.

From BBC

But their continued disaffection is a reminder that even as Biden struggles with splits in his party, Trump has alienated a significant share of what was once the Republican vote.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, the existence of a Haley-curious left illustrates the concern, disaffection and estrangement that polls suggest Americans across the political spectrum feel about the two most likely presidential nominees, Mr. Biden and Mr. Trump.

From New York Times

Related Words

• alienation
• animosity
• antagonism
• antipathy
• discontent
• dissatisfaction
• estrangement
• hatred
• ill will
• resentment