confrontational
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Long seen as confrontational, Fujimori has tried to soften her image and present herself as more conciliatory.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
"When the conversation is confrontational, covering the mouth means that you are doing something very wrong, potentially, and the sanction is the red card."
From BBC • May 31, 2026
SINGAPORE—Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth renewed calls for America’s allies in Asia to increase military spending to boost deterrence against China, in a speech marked by a shift away from a confrontational stance toward Beijing.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Hollywood feels incompatible with Martel’s sophisticated, confrontational movies rooted in her country’s troubles.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Beyond sheer verbal volume, the punch so evident in the Adams prose reflected his more aggressive and confrontational temperament.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
Vocabulary lists containing confrontational
The Crossover
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Words with 15 or More Letters, List 3
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"Should Communities Set Teen Curfews?" and "Curfews: A National Debate"
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
