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English noun: confrontation

1. confrontation (communication) a bold challenge


Broader (hypernym)challenge

2. confrontation (communication) discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions


Broader (hypernym)discord, dissension

3. confrontation (communication) a hostile disagreement face-to-face


Synonymsencounter, face-off, showdown


Broader (hypernym)disagreement

4. confrontation (act) the act of hostile groups opposing each other


SamplesThe government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions.
The invaders encountered stiff opposition.


Synonymsopposition


Broader (hypernym)resistance


Narrower (hyponym)strikebreaking

5. confrontation (act) a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison


Broader (hypernym)comparing, comparison









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