a difference that prevents agreement : antagonistic state or action (as of divergent ideas, interests, or persons)
mental struggle resulting from incompatible or opposing needs, drives, wishes, or external or internal demands
Definition (Entry 1 of 2)
1:fight, battle, war//class conflict//an armed conflict//… Defense Department officials have been worried that the situation could escalate beyond the kind of shadow conflict that the United States and Iran have been engaged in. — Julian E. Barnes
2a: a difference that prevents agreement : antagonistic state or action (as of divergent ideas, interests, or persons) //a conflict of principles//a scheduling conflict//These can contribute to interpersonal conflict and burnout … — Andrew Pulrang
b: mental struggle resulting from incompatible or opposing needs, d