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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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

He was a talented salesman, but a conflicted one: “What they bought from me was a lot of hyperbole,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

I know they would want this money to be used for what brings me joy, but I feel deeply conflicted about paying for all of these major life milestones with this gift.

From MarketWatch

“I’m conflicted about immigration, because I do see the other side.”

From The Wall Street Journal