confrontal

/kənˈfrɒntəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by confrontation or direct opposition

“The confrontational approach led to a heated debate at the public meeting.”

2. noun

a confrontation or direct opposition

“The city councilwoman faced a confrontal from the angry crowd.”

3. noun

a state of direct opposition or confrontation

“The confrontal between the two opposing forces had been building for weeks.”

Synonyms

  • confrontational
  • oppositional

Antonyms

  • accommodating
  • conciliationary