confrontation Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun a bold challenge
   
2. noun discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions
   
3. noun a hostile disagreement face-to-face
   showdown; face-off; encounter.
   
4. noun the act of hostile groups opposing each other
   opposition.
   
   • the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions
   • the invaders encountered stiff opposition
5. noun a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison
   

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