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CONFLICTED

(noun, verb, adj.)

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There are 11 meanings of the word Conflicted.

Conflicted - as a noun

An open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

Example: "The harder the conflict the more glorious the triumph"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
battle8struggle10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
group action
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings

Example: "He was immobilized by conflict and indecision"

A hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

Example: "Grant won a decisive victory in the battle of chattanooga"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
battle8engagement14fight12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
action8military action
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests

Example: "His conflict of interest made him ineligible for the post"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
state5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An incompatibility of dates or events

Example: "He noticed a conflict in the dates of the two meetings"

Opposition in a work of drama or fiction between characters or forces (especially an opposition that motivates the development of the plot)

Example: "This form of conflict is essential to mann's writing"

A disagreement or argument about something important

Example: "He had a dispute with his wife"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
difference19difference of opiniondispute10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disagreement16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Conflicted - as a verb

Be in conflict

Example: "The two proposals conflict!"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contrast10counterpoint16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Go against, as of rules and laws

Example: "He ran afoul of the law"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contravene15infringe12run afoul

Conflicted - as an adjective

In a state of personal or emotional conflict.

Example: "I felt conflicted about whether he liked me or not."

Possessing a conflict of interest.

Example Sentences

"She felt conflicted about whether to take the job offer or pursue further studies."
"He was conflicted between choosing his family's business and following his passion."
"The politician appeared conflicted in his response to the controversial issue."
"I'm very conflicted about which car to purchase as they all seem equally appealing."
"She was conflicted about attending the party due to her social anxiety."
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Word Game Points

Is CONFLICTED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, conflicted is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONFLICTED has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is CONFLICTED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, conflicted is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONFLICTED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is CONFLICTED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, conflicted is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONFLICTED has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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