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Meaning of confrontation in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌkɑnfrənˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    confrontation

    Definitions

    1. a bold challenge
  2. 2. discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions
  3. 3. a hostile disagreement face-to-face
  4. 4. the act of opposing groups confronting each other

    Examples

    • « the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions »
    • « the invaders encountered stiff opposition »
  5. 5. a focussed comparison

    Examples

    • « bringing together for a careful comparison »

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