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altercation

[ˌɔːltə(r)ˈkeɪʃn]

altercation Definition

a noisy argument or disagreement, especially in public.

Using altercation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "altercation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The altercation between the two drivers caused a traffic jam.

  • Example

    The police were called to break up an altercation between two customers at the restaurant.

  • Example

    The coach was suspended for getting into an altercation with a referee during the game.

altercation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for altercation

Phrases with altercation

  • verbal altercation

    a heated argument that involves only words and no physical violence

    Example

    The two politicians got into a verbal altercation during the debate.

  • a fight or physical confrontation between two or more people

    Example

    The security guards had to intervene to stop the physical altercation between the two fans.

  • a small or insignificant argument or disagreement

    Example

    The couple had a minor altercation over what movie to watch.

Origins of altercation

from Latin 'altercari', meaning 'to dispute'

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Summary: altercation in Brief

An 'altercation' [ˌɔːltə(r)ˈkeɪʃn] is a noisy argument or disagreement, often in public. It can refer to both verbal and physical confrontations, as well as minor disagreements. Synonyms include 'argument,' 'quarrel,' 'dispute,' 'fight,' and 'clash.'

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