conflicting

1 of 2

adjective

con·​flict·​ing kən-ˈflik-tiŋ 

ˈkän-ˌflik-

: being in conflict, collision, or opposition : incompatible

conflicting theories

conflictingly

kən-ˈflik-tiŋ-lē 

ˈkän-ˌflik-

adverb

conflicting

2 of 2

present participle of conflict entry 2

Synonyms of conflicting

Adjective

• inconsistent

Examples of conflicting in a Sentence

Adjective

conflicting reports from the witnesses at the scene

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The case is full of finger-pointing and conflicting testimony. — Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026

Much of this controversy remains misunderstood, including conflicting claims about the weapons’ origins and definition. — Robert Spitzer, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026

Even a workplace that offers paid time off and backup coverage sends a conflicting message when the boss shows up with a fever. — Angela Haupt, Time, 7 Oct. 2026

Then agree on a response, whether coaching, clearer priorities or help resolving conflicting requests. — Bala Sathyanarayanan, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

from present participle of conflict entry 2

First Known Use

Adjective

1592, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for conflicting

• afflicting
• constricting
• convicting
• depicting
• evicting
• inflicting
• predicting
• restricting
• contradicting