#1 confrontation n. a bold challenge. wn
#2 confrontation n. discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions. wn
#3 confrontation n. [encounter, showdown, face-off] a hostile disagreement face-to-face. wn
#4 confrontation n. [opposition] the act of hostile groups opposing each other; "the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions"; "the invaders encountered stiff opposition". wn
#5 confrontation n. a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison. wn
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