confront

/kənfɹˈʌnt/

/kənˈfɹənt/

to confront

MAIN VERB

to face someone, particularly in a way that is unfriendly or threatening

synonyms : face

to face a difficulty or problem and start to deal with it

synonyms : face

antonyms : avoid

present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize

synonyms : face

be face to face with

Examples

1. If you confront him, he will add fuel to the fire by getting defensive.

2. If he decides to confront the boss about his unfair treatment, he'll be having his neck on the block.

3. I'm not surprised the bully backed down when you confronted him.

4. Don't confront her about it until you have the right sow by the ear.