Definition

A movement or tendency that goes against the main direction or flow, often causing conflict or disagreement.

Example

The crosscurrent of opinions made it difficult to reach a consensus during the meeting.

Conversation

I heard there's a lot of crosscurrent in the discussions about the new policy.

Yeah, some people are really against it while others support it.

It's interesting how such crosscurrent opinions can shape the final decision.

Definitely, it makes it more complicated to find a consensus.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crosscurrent → It is formed from "cross" (from Old English "cros", meaning a structure or object that intersects) and "current" (from Latin "currens", meaning running or flowing). The word describes a flow of water that runs across another current, creating a crossing effect.

Memory Tip

Imagine a flow of water that 'intersects' ('cross') with another 'flow' ('current') — that's what a crosscurrent is.

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