clashed (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /klæʃt/

Definition

To meet and come into violent conflict or disagreement, or for colors/styles to appear unpleasant together.

Examples

• The two rival gangs clashed in the street, leading to a loud altercation.

• Her modern furniture clashed with the antique decor of the old house.

• Their opinions often clashed, but they always found a way to compromise.

How to Use clashed

clash with (prepositional phrase)

To be in conflict or disagreement with someone or something. — "His strong opinions often clashed with those of his colleagues."

clash over (prepositional phrase)

To argue or disagree about a particular issue. — "The neighbors clashed over the property line dispute."

clash of (collocation)

A conflict or disagreement between two things (often abstract). — "The movie featured a dramatic clash of good versus evil."

Synonyms of clashed

Words with a similar meaning to clashed:

• collided
• conflicted
• contended
• jarred

Antonyms of clashed

Words with the opposite meaning to clashed:

• agreed
• harmonized

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