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divisive policy

[dɪˈvɪsɪv ˈpɑːləsi]
nounpl: divisive policies
política divisória
1. A government or organizational policy that creates disagreement, conflict, or separation among groups of people
The new divisive policy on immigration sparked heated debates across the nation.
A nova política divisória sobre imigração provocou debates acalorados em todo o país.
2. A measure or decision designed or likely to cause discord or fracture a unified group
Critics argued the tax reform was a divisive policy that widened the wealth gap.
Os críticos argumentaram que a reforma tributária era uma política divisória que aumentou a desigualdade de renda.
Synonyms
contentious policypolarizing policycontroversial policydisruptive policy
Antonyms
unifying policyconsensus policyinclusive policyconciliatory policy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
política divisória
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
política divisória
Same as general usage
Rio de Janeiro
política divisória
Same as general usage
Portugal
política divisora
Portuguese spelling variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

divide and conquer
draw a line in the sand
create a rift
polarize the masses
salt in the wound
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