feud
word
Definition
A feud is a long and bitter fight or argument between two people, families, or groups, often lasting for years.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in formal or narrative contexts, such as history, media, or literature. Used especially for conflicts with deep roots or no easy resolution ('family feud', 'bitter feud'). Don't use 'feud' for short arguments or friendly rivalries.
Spanish: enemistad - disputa (prolongada)Portuguese (BR): rixa - disputa (prolongada)Portuguese (PT): rixa - disputa (prolongada)Chinese (Simplified): 夙怨 - 长期争斗Chinese (Traditional): 宿怨 - 長期爭鬥Hindi: झगड़ा (लंबा विवाद)Arabic: خصومة - نزاع طويل الأمدBengali: বৈরিতা - দীর্ঘকালীন বিরোধRussian: враждаJapanese: 確執 - 長年の争いVietnamese: mối thù - mối hậnKorean: 앙숙 관계 - 오랜 불화Turkish: kan davası - bitmek bilmeyen düşmanlıkUrdu: دشمنی - پرانی عداوتIndonesian: permusuhan - perseteruan lama
Example Sentences
The two families had a feud for many years.
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Their feud started over a small misunderstanding.
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They’ve been in a feud since childhood over who owns that tree.
natural
Social media often makes every disagreement feel like a public feud.
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The politicians’ feud hurt the whole community.
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That old feud between the neighbors just won’t go away.
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