1N-COUNT [oft adjective NOUN](关系的)严重不和,裂痕,争议 A rift between people or countries is a serious quarrel or disagreement that stops them having a good relationship. (关系的)严重不和,裂痕,争议
The interview reflected a growing rift between the President and the government. [+ between]
这段采访反映了总统和政府之间的裂痕越来越大。
He has warned that the serious rifts within the country could lead to civil war.