confrontation

noun

1. a bold challenge

Definition categories: communication, challenge

2. discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions

Definition categories: communication, discord, dissension

3. a hostile disagreement face-to-face

Similar word(s): encounter, showdown

Definition categories: communication, disagreement

4. the act of hostile groups opposing each other

- the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions

Similar word(s): opposition

Definition categories: act, resistance

5. a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison

Definition categories: act, comparing, comparison