Conflict

//ˈkɑn.flɪkt//

Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "conflict" can be used as noun and verb.

Word Relationships

Opposites (Antonyms)

Capable Of

arises between humans

Derived Terms

Distinct From

cooperation peace

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

action ambivalence ambivalency breach break contrast counterpoint disagreement go against group action incompatibility infract military action offend oppositeness opposition state transgress violate

Type Of (IsA)

ambivalence group action incompatibility opposition social event state

Manner Of

contrast transgress

Related Terms

Synonym Network

antagonism battle clashing collision combat contest disagree disagreement discord dispute encounter fight inconsistency inharmony interference struggle

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