At times in debate there is dissension. When discussing topics on which people take varying positions, it is especially important to have strong communication skills. "People take varying positions" is the context clue for the word dissension. Which type of context clue is this?

Answer 1

The type of context clue illustrated by the phrase "people take varying positions" is an antonym context clue. This is because the differing opinions or positions imply disagreement or conflict, which is synonymous with dissension.