conflict

/kˈɒnflɪkt/

/ˈkɑnfɫɪkt/, /kənˈfɫɪkt/

Conflict

a strong disagreement, usually a prolonged one

synonyms : difference

a military clash between two nations or countries, usually one that lasts long

synonyms : battle

a situation in which one is frustrated because of experiencing opposing desires or feelings at the same time

an instance of serious opposition between ideas, values, or interests

the opposition between different forces or characters in a work of fiction that results in dramatization

an incompatibility of dates or events

an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

synonyms : battle

the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the narrative forward and creates tension and drama

to conflict

MAIN VERB

(of two ideas, opinions, etc.) to oppose each other

go against, as of rules and laws

synonyms : contravene

Examples

1. The conflict has now reached a new level of intensity.

2. To bring an end to the conflict.

3. There is often a conflict of interests between farmers and conservationists.

4. The conflict in this story was shown when the cyclops grabbed some of Odysseus' men and bashed their brains out on the floor.