CEFR C1

confrontation

noun

Meaning

A clash or a direct argument between opposing people or groups.

Examples

The police were prepared for a confrontation with the protesters.
He avoided any confrontation with his boss about the missed deadline.

Synonyms: clash, disagreement, dispute, conflict, showdown

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confrontation (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌkɒn.frʌnˈteɪ.ʃən/

Definition

A clash or a direct argument between opposing people or groups.

Examples

The police were prepared for a confrontation with the protesters.
He avoided any confrontation with his boss about the missed deadline.
The meeting ended in an angry confrontation.

How to Use confrontation

confrontation with (prepositional phrase): An argument or clash involving a specific person or group. — "The union prepared for a confrontation with management."
confrontation between (prepositional phrase): An argument or clash involving two specified parties. — "There was a public confrontation between the two politicians."

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