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divisively

/dɪˈvaɪ.sɪv.li/
di · vi · sive · ly

Adjective:divisive
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1

In a manner that causes disagreement, hostility, or disunity among people.

Example

"The candidate spoke divisively during the debate, alienating moderate voters from both parties."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective "divisive" plus the adverbial suffix "-ly," ultimately tracing back to the Late Latin "divisivus" and the Latin verb "dividere" (to force apart or distribute).

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