conflict

/ˈkɒnflɪkt/
noun
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Definition

1

A serious disagreement or argument, especially one that leads to violence or war

The conflict between the two countries has been going on for years, causing many innocent lives to be lost.

2

A state of tension or opposition between two or more people, ideas, or things

There's a conflict between my desire to travel and my need to save money for college.

Synonyms

clashImplies a more intense or violent disagreement disagreementA more general term that doesn't necessarily imply violence or strong emotions struggleOften implies a more personal or internal conflict

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