conflict
UK: /ˈkɒn.flɪkt/ | US: /ˈkɑːn.flɪkt/
n. a serious disagreement or argument
n. a prolonged struggle or clash
vi. to be incompatible or at variance
conflict = con<together> + flict<strike>
- con (Latin cum): Prefix meaning "together" or "with."
- flict (Latin fligere): Root meaning "to strike" or "dash."
Etymology Origin:
The word conflict originates from Latin conflictus (past participle of confligere), combining con- (intensifying "together") and fligere ("to strike"). It originally described physical collisions but evolved metaphorically to denote clashing ideas or forces. The shift from literal to abstract conflict reflects human conceptualization of opposition.
The siblings often conflict over trivial matters.
The novel explores the inner conflict of its protagonist.
Their schedules conflict, making meetings difficult.
Armed conflicts have displaced thousands.
Her values conflict with corporate policies.