Definition

Describing a situation or person that is likely to cause disagreement or struggle.

Example

The conflictful negotiations led to a breakdown in communication between the two parties.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I was reading about relationships and noticed that some can be quite conflictful.

Yeah, I guess some personalities just clash more than others.

Exactly! It’s interesting how different backgrounds can create such conflictful situations.

Totally, understanding those differences can really help in resolving issues.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Conflictful → It is formed from "conflict" (from Latin "conflictus", meaning a striking together or clash) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "conflictful" means full of conflict or characterized by conflict.

Memory Tip

Think of a situation that is 'full of' ('-ful') 'clashes' or 'strikes together' ('conflict') — that's why conflictful describes something filled with conflict.

Visually Confused Words