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con·flict
 conflict
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| pronunciation: |
k n
flIkt
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| inflections: |
conflicted, conflicting, conflicts |
| definition: |
to disagree strongly; differ.
Her opinion often conflicts with her brother's, especially about what movie to watch.- synonyms:
- clash, collide, differ, disagree
- antonyms:
- accord, agree, coincide
- similar words:
- argue, dispute
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| related words: |
clash, disagree, dissent, feud, fight |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| pronunciation: |
kan
flIkt
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| definition 1: |
a strong disagreement or difference of opinion.
The conflict of opinions led to arguments about the best way to build our clubhouse.- synonyms:
- antagonism, discord
- antonyms:
- agreement, harmony
- similar words:
- difference, friction, hostility, opposition
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| definition 2: |
a fight, battle or war.
The conflict between England and France lasted for many years.
- synonyms:
- battle, war
- antonyms:
- peace
- similar words:
- action, clash, combat, fight, hostilities, struggle
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| related words: |
competition, problem |
| derivation: |
conflictingly (adv.) |
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