CONFLICTED Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

kən-ˈflik-təd

Definition of conflicted

as in unsure

having a mixture of opposing feelings I'm conflicted about the prospect of our only child going away to college

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conflicted

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verb

past tense of conflict

as in clashed

to be out of harmony or agreement usually noticeably his statement conflicts with the facts, as given in the police report

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Recent Examples of conflicted

Adjective

Esther wants to help Sophia reach more ears and to help her conflicted dad move more of his listeners to the middle, politically. — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2026 The British-Argentine actor’s point has less to do with her conflicted con artist cheating death numerous times and besting her mobster in-laws, as well as the FBI. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026

Verb

Sometimes sweaty, sometimes sneering, often grandiose, and always conflicted, this Hansen presents the actor with a marvelous opportunity to demonstrate his stupefying range. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 14 Sep. 2026 Filming for the movie would’ve conflicted with her shooting schedule for Charlie’s Angels. — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conflicted

Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflicted

Adjective

Many of Martin’s clients come in feeling anxious about making the leap, unsure whether the look will suit them.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 25 Sep. 2026
The operator was unsure how to properly wash, rinse and sanitize dishes.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of unsure

Verb

The two countries have long clashed over Canada’s attempts to protect its dairy industry from foreign competition by imposing hefty tariffs once dairy imports have exceeded a quota.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026
The two countries have long clashed over Canada's attempts to protect its dairy industry from foreign competition by imposing hefty tariffs once dairy imports have exceeded a quota.

— CBS News, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of clashed

Adjective

In particular, respondents were ambivalent about whether data centers should be charged higher electricity rates than other customers.

— Fengxiu Zhang, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2026
Republicans are more ambivalent about their party’s ability to handle key healthcare issues, compared with Democrats.

— Ali Swenson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of ambivalent

Verb

The second-year tight end also visited the blue medical tent on the sideline Sunday after a 19-yard catch-and-run in which he got collided hard with a Browns defensive back.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 27 Sep. 2026
While the motorcyclist was in front of the Sierra, the truck driver failed to observe ahead and collided with the rear of the motorcycle.

— Felix Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of collided

Adjective

Despite not registering a goal or an assist in just over an hour on the pitch, the youngster was never afraid to receive the ball and try to make something happen.

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2026
As in the past, the show’s creators are seemingly not afraid to bite the hand that feeds them.

— Tom Tapp, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of afraid

Adjective

Initially hesitant, David connected with the FBI in an effort to prove that his wife’s theory was false.

— Jane LaCroix, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2026
Until recently, city leaders were hesitant to commit Measure ULA funds over concerns that the tax could be overturned in court.

— Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of hesitant

Adjective

The problem of longevity possesses philosophical and practical contradictions, now heightened by the gradual disappearance of artists of Serra’s generation and the uncertain posthumous legacy of their work.

— Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
The project faces uncertain costs, a timeline that could push exports beyond 2028 and possible legal challenges.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of uncertain

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