confront
/kɒnˈfɹɒnt/
Meanings
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verb
face or deal with (a problem or difficult situation)
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verb
meet or clash with someone, typically in an argument or physical fight
Pronunciation
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/kɒnˈfɹɒnt/
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Synonyms
challenge , oppose
Rhymes
Words rhyming with confrontdefeat , meet , sweat , seat , feet
Variants
List of all variants of confront that leads to same resultconfront , confrontal , confrontals , confronted , confronter , confronters , confronting , confronts
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).confronted, confronting, confronts
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Old French word 'confrunter', meaning 'to encounter, oppose, or meet'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'confront' appears in the title of the 1994 film 'Disclosure', starring Michael Douglas and Demi Moore.
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The term 'confrontational art' refers to art that is intended to provoke a strong reaction or confrontation from viewers.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
conflict: A struggle or clash between opposing forces or ideas.
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confrontation: A direct encounter or face-to-face meeting, especially between opposing parties.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'confront' is often used in the context of facing a difficult challenge or adversary. For instance, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby', the character Nick Carraway 'confronts' the reality of the corruption and moral decay in West Egg and the Valley of Ashes.
How to Memorize "confront"
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visualize
- Visualize yourself standing face-to-face with a problem or difficult situation and finding a solution.
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associate
- Associate the word 'confront' with the idea of facing a challenge or adversary.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Confront: Come On, Face The' to help remember the meaning of the word.
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