confrontation

3 definitions • 7 examples

a fight or argument:

Some couples seem to like confrontation, but Josh and I hardly ever argue.

There were violent confrontations between police and demonstrators.

an argument or fight:

[ C ] I had a confrontation this morning with my boss.

a situation in which people or groups with opposing ideas or opinions disagree angrily:

confrontation between sb and sb The agreement ended a potentially serious confrontation between management and unions at the plant.

confrontation with sb She resigned after an angry confrontation with her manager.

have/risk/get into a confrontation I ignored their comments, rather than risk a confrontation.

Try to avoid confrontation with the people who report to you.