BusinessAugust 10, 2026

disaffection

dis-uh-FEK-shun

Definition

A state of dissatisfaction, alienation, or the loss of trust and loyalty toward an institution or political system.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'dis-' (separation) and 'affectio' (disposition or feeling). It entered Middle French and then English to describe a turning away from one's previous feelings of allegiance or attachment.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the growing lack of faith among voters toward established political structures leading into the 2026 midterms. It serves as a core explanation for the 'rage' defining the current electoral climate.

From the “Great Recession” to the 2026 “Midterms of Rage”

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Tri States Public Radio | TSPR | WIUM

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