conflicting

[kuhn-flik-ting] / kənˈflɪk tɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

contradictory

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adverse antagonistic clashing contrary incompatible inconsistent opposing paradoxical

STRONG

opposed

WEAK

antipathetic at odds with contrariant disconsonant discordant discrepant dissonant incongruent incongruous inconsonant unfavorable unmixable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

consonant harmonious

WEAK

agreeable nonconflicting peaceful

Example Sentences

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Conflicting accounts still circulate on some of the key issues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

Conflicting accounts have emerged about the moments leading up to his death.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2026

Conflicting signs from the economy are complicating the jobs of policymakers and traders.

From Barron's • Dec. 10, 2025

Conflicting targets between sectors and unclear responsibilities also hamper effective mainstreaming.

From Science Daily • May 2, 2024

Conflicting individual wills were to be reconciled absolutely by a formula which had ultimate and universal authority.

From An Introduction to the Philosophy of Law by Pound, Roscoe

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