conflict

US /ˈkɑnˌflɪkt/

UK /'kɒnflɪkt/

A2

verb

  • (of two things) be incompatible or at variance; clash.
  • To have opposite ideas; to disagree; To not match

noun

  • A serious disagreement or argument.
  • Argument or struggle between two or more parties
  • Mental struggle resulting from incompatible or opposing needs, drives, wishes, or external or internal demands
  • A serious incompatibility between two or more opinions, principles, or interests.
  • A prolonged armed struggle; war

other

  • To be incompatible or at variance; clash.

Examples

Thousands have been arrested in violent ethnic conflicts in the region.

serious conflicts within the ruling party