1. An element, issue, or characteristic that causes disagreement, separation, or conflict among groups or individuals
The divisive factor in the debate was the question of immigration policy.
O fator divisivo no debate foi a questão da política de imigração.
2. Something that creates or tends to create division or discord in a community, organization, or relationship
Religious differences became a divisive factor in their friendship.
As diferenças religiosas tornaram-se um fator divisivo em sua amizade.