CONFLICT
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Conflict.
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Conflict - as a noun
An open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
Example: "The harder the conflict the more glorious the triumph"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
battle8struggle10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
group actionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings
Example: "He was immobilized by conflict and indecision"
A hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
Example: "Grant won a decisive victory in the battle of chattanooga"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
battle8engagement14fight12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
action8military actionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests
Example: "His conflict of interest made him ineligible for the post"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
state5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An incompatibility of dates or events
Example: "He noticed a conflict in the dates of the two meetings"
Opposition in a work of drama or fiction between characters or forces (especially an opposition that motivates the development of the plot)
Example: "This form of conflict is essential to mann's writing"
A disagreement or argument about something important
Example: "He had a dispute with his wife"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
difference19difference of opiniondispute10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disagreement16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Conflict - as a verb
Be in conflict
Example: "The two proposals conflict!"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contrast10counterpoint16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Go against, as of rules and laws
Example: "He ran afoul of the law"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contravene15infringe12run afoulExample Sentences
"There is a conflict between the two parties."
"The conflict between the students escalated quickly."
"The conflict between the neighbors was resolved peacefully."
"The conflict in the Middle East has lasted for decades."
"He tried to avoid conflict at all costs."
Word Game Points
Is CONFLICT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, conflict is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONFLICT has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is CONFLICT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, conflict is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONFLICT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is CONFLICT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, conflict is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONFLICT has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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