Confrontational Meaning
/ˌkɒnfɹənˈteɪʃənˈəl/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjPertaining to a confrontation; characterized by, or given to initiating hostile encounter; in-your-face.
Sentence Examples
Her ex-boyfriend was very possessive and confrontational.
Tom wasn't a confrontational person.
Sami isn't as confrontational as he used to be.
CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ tone during the meeting made everyone feel uncomfortable and defensive.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
His extremely ____ attitude makes it difficult for anyone on the team to work with him peacefully.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English confrontation Proto-Indo-European *h₂el-der.? Proto-Italic *-ālis Latin -ālisbor. Old French -albor. ▲ Latin -ālis Old French -elbor. ▲ Latin -ālisbor. Middle English -al English -al English confrontational From confrontation + -al.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"It was Liverpool who once again carried the momentum after the break and the recalled Rio Ferdinand was booked for a foul on Suarez, whose confrontational approach and brilliant natural ability was proving hard to handle."
— 2011 October 15, Phil McNulty, “Liverpool 1 - 1 Man Utd”, in BBC Sport:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ tone during the meeting made everyone feel uncomfortable and defensive.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
His extremely ____ attitude makes it difficult for anyone on the team to work with him peacefully.