conflicted

[kuhn-flik-tid] / kənˈflɪk tɪd /

VERB

be at odds

Synonyms

STRONGEST

differ disagree disturb vary

STRONG

brawl clash collide combat contend contest contrast disaccord discord disharmonize fight interfere jar mismatch oppose romp scrap slug strive struggle tangle

WEAK

bump heads with cross swords with lock horns with run against tide square off with

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agree consent harmonize

STRONG

aid assist give up help make peace retreat support surrender yield

WEAK

be calm

Example Sentences

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But the lack of compelling performances renders this complex tragedy, and its conflicted central character, frustratingly flat and stubbornly unengaging.

From The Wall Street Journal

Rob Reynolds, an Iraq war veteran who often speaks on behalf of the named veterans in the case, said he was conflicted over the new developments.

From Los Angeles Times

On Friday, Hess told reporters that he felt conflicted about representing his country during a tumultuous time, and said it “brings up mixed emotions to represent the U.S. right now.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Winter Olympians have openly admitted feeling conflicted about representing the country amid ongoing domestic unrest, highlighting the tension between national pride and personal values.

From Salon

Braeuniger said the FCO’s decision was based on unique German regulations and directly conflicted with competition law consumer standards in the European Union.

From The Wall Street Journal