1. difference, distinction, divergence, deviation, variation, variance

2. change, alteration, modification

3. disagreement, disunion, dissension, difference, misunderstanding, schism

4. treachery, betrayal

5. the second of the four means of success against an opponent, causing or bringing about a difference or dissension among the enemy or in the enemy's camp, seducing or enticing an ally of the enemy to one's own party

6. kind, sort, variety, species

7. dualism (philosophy)