Associations to the word «Confrontation»

Wiktionary

CONFRONTATION, noun. The act of confronting or challenging another, especially face-to-face
CONFRONTATION, noun. A conflict between armed forces

Dictionary definition

CONFRONTATION, noun. A bold challenge.
CONFRONTATION, noun. Discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions.
CONFRONTATION, noun. A hostile disagreement face-to-face.
CONFRONTATION, noun. The act of hostile groups opposing each other; "the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions"; "the invaders encountered stiff opposition".
CONFRONTATION, noun. A focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison.

Wise words

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