Synonyms of altercations

altercations

noun

plural of altercation

as in quarrels

an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions

judging from all the slamming and banging, I'd say there was some sort of altercation going on next door

Synonyms & Similar Words

• quarrels
• disputes
• disagreements
• fights
• controversies
• brawls
• arguments
• bickers
• misunderstandings
• skirmishes
• squabbles
• spats
• clashes
• disputations
• tiffs
• imbroglios
• feuds
• rows
• contretemps
• wrangles
• debates
• differences
• donnybrooks
• battles royal
• fallings-out
• cross fires
• rhubarbs
• tussles
• kickups
• scraps
• argle-bargles
• hassles
• set-tos
• protests
• tangles
• argy-bargies
• run-ins
• attacks
• vendettas
• fisticuffs
• protestations
• contentions
• objections
• logomachies
• melees
• dissensions
• affrays
• catfights
• fracases
• frays
• fusses
• free-for-alls

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of altercations

Simple assault are altercations and incidents that don’t involve weapons or serious injuries, including domestic incidents. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

In court filings, ex-wife Emily Moreno alleged that Miller has repeatedly had physical and verbal altercations with her attorney, Andrew Zashin, after recent court hearings in an ongoing custody battle. — Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 31 July 2026

She's also stood up for Caitlin Clark when some, uh, jealous opponents have gone after her with overly physical fouls or altercations, which instantly increased her popularity among Clark's massive fan base. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026

Several governors have raised the alarm about the long lines and public order after videos emerged of altercations at some stations. — Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 27 July 2026

Argentina's recent World Cup final was marred by unsportsmanlike conduct, including on-field altercations and players turning their backs during the trophy presentation. — Shann Biglione, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Often, altercations involving a resident with dementia erupt after danger signals are missed or ineffectively addressed, according to a KFF Health News examination of court records, police reports, and state and federal inspection reports. — Jordan Rau, NPR, 19 July 2026

Retired Miami Heat forward and captain Udonis Haslem found himself in more than a few altercations during his NBA playing career. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

Multiple officials say that players are advised, outside of training sessions, to remain in the hotel complexes at all times to avoid any risk of altercations or safety risks in public. — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 4 July 2026