conflict

Definition

• n. an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
• n. opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings
• n. a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests
• n. an incompatibility of dates or events

Word forms

Past tense

conflicted

Present participle

conflicting

Third person singular

conflicts

Past participle

conflicted

Example sentences

1. n.

   The conflict between the two countries has lasted for years.

2. vi.

   Sometimes, people conflict over different opinions during discussions.

3. n.

   The software had a conflict with the new update, causing it to crash.