confront
UK: kənˈfrʌnt | US: kənˈfrʌnt
vt. to face or challenge someone or something boldly
vt. to present facts or evidence to someone in a direct manner
vt. to bring two parties face-to-face for comparison or resolution
The word "confront" originates from the Latin confrontare, combining con- (meaning "together") and frontem (meaning "forehead" or "face"). The literal sense of "facing someone directly" evolved into the modern meanings of challenging or presenting evidence boldly. The morpheme front retains its core idea of "face" in both physical and metaphorical contexts.
She decided to confront her boss about the unfair treatment.
The documentary confronts viewers with harsh realities of climate change.
He was confronted by police at the scene of the crime.
The two leaders will confront each other in a debate next week.
The evidence confronts us with undeniable truths.