Spanish Conversation · Level 114
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Spanish word
conflictivo
Pronunciation
IPA/konflikˈtiβo/
Meaning
- adjectiveconfrontational
Example
La discusión fue conflictiva desde el principio.
The discussion was confrontational from the beginning.
More examples
El ambiente en la oficina era conflictivo tras los recortes.
The atmosphere in the office was confrontational after the cuts.
Core concept
A group meeting split into two sides, with tense expressions and little eye contact.
Common phrases
ambiente conflictivo
confrontational atmosphere
tema conflictivo
controversial topic
Similar words
confrontacional: Shows an attitude or behavior that actively challenges or provokes others.
controvertido: Attracts public disagreement or debate and often provokes opposing views.
hostil: Displays clear hostility or aggressive behavior toward others.
problemático: Causes practical difficulties or complications that hinder smooth progress.
Definition in Spanish
Que tiende a causar desacuerdo, choque o tensión entre las partes implicadas.
Word origin
Derived from Spanish conflicto (from Latin conflictus, past participle of confligere 'to clash') combined with -ivo to form an adjective indicating something likely to cause tension or disagreement.
Usage tips
- When translating, check whether Spanish refers to the situation (relación conflictiva, encuentro conflictivo) rather than simply calling someone confrontational.
Other meanings
- controversialadjective
- quarrelsomeadjective
Opposites
- conciliadorconciliatoryadjective
- cooperativocooperativeadjective
Related words
- conflictoconflictnoun
- conflictualconflictualadjective