Confrontation Definition & Meaning
confrontation
- noun
- a bold challenge
- discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions
- a hostile disagreement face-to-face
- the act of hostile groups opposing each other; "the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions"; "the invaders encountered stiff opposition"
- a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison
"Confrontation" in song lyrics
See how confrontation is used in real songs:
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"Generation, thoughts racin', first but not ya final confrontation"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Lighter Shade — God Twist -
"I don't need no confrontation"
2 Live Crew — Hoochie Mama -
"I'm too ill, to have a confrontation"
9th Prince — Snatching Pocketbooks
Words that rhyme with confrontation
Usage tips for "confrontation"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does confrontation mean?
- a bold challenge discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions a hostile disagreement face-to-face the act of hostile groups opposing each other; "the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions"; "the invaders encountered stiff opposition" a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison
- What part of speech is confrontation?
- Confrontation is a noun.
- How many definitions does confrontation have?
- Confrontation has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).