Question 1 · Quick check
conflict
CEFRB1
/ˈkɒn.flɪkt/
noun · verb
Türkçe translations
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In plain English
- 01
noun
A serious disagreement or fight.
- 02
verb
To be different in a way that cannot be true together.
Examples
Diplomatic dialogue helped put an end to the conflict.
Is there always a conflict between science and religion?
At a glance
Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale
- Senses
- 5
- Parts of speech
- 2
- Citations
- 2
Deep Dive
noun
Extra meaningsAn incompatibility, as of two things that cannot be simultaneously fulfilled.
in fiction/literature, opposing forces that create uncertainty as to whether the character(s) will achieve their goal(s).
A clash or disagreement, often violent, between two or more opposing groups or individuals.
More examples
In contextYour behavior is in conflict with your principles.
I wanted to attend the meeting but there's a conflict in my schedule that day.
The conflict between the government and the rebels began three years ago.
Quick test
Two questions on this entry. Nothing is scored.
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Origin
noun
From Latin cōnflīctus, from com- + flīctus, past participle of conflīgō (“to strike together”), from com- + flīgō (“strike”) (whence con-).