Conflictingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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conflictingly
[ kənˈflɪktɪŋli ]
used to describe a situation where there are opposing ideas or actions
In a conflicting or contradictory manner; in a way that involves disagreement or opposition.
Synonyms
contradictorily, inconsistently, oppositely.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| conflictingly |
This word is suitable when discussing situations or statements that directly oppose each other, creating a situation of conflict or disagreement.
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| contradictorily |
This term is most fitting when describing actions, statements, or facts that are directly opposed to one another, often highlighting inconsistency or logical clashes.
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| inconsistently |
Best used when referring to situations, actions, or behaviors that lack uniformity or regularity, often causing confusion or difficulty in forming a clear understanding.
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| oppositely |
This word fits when describing actions or directions that are directly opposite or completely different from each other.
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Examples of usage
- He spoke conflictingly, saying one thing and then contradicting himself in the next sentence.
- The two politicians debated conflictingly, unable to agree on any issue.
- The team members worked conflictingly, each pursuing their own agenda instead of collaborating.
Translations
Translations of the word "conflictingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 de forma conflituosa
🇮🇳 विरोधाभासपूर्ण तरीके से
🇩🇪 widersprüchlich
🇮🇩 dengan bertentangan
🇺🇦 суперечливо
🇵🇱 sprzecznie
🇯🇵 矛盾している
🇫🇷 de manière contradictoire
🇪🇸 de manera conflictiva
🇹🇷 çelişkili olarak
🇰🇷 모순적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل متناقض
🇨🇿 rozporuplně
🇸🇰 protirečivo
🇨🇳 矛盾地
🇸🇮 protislovno
🇮🇸 á móti sér
🇰🇿 қайшылықты түрде
🇬🇪 წინააღმდეგობრივად
🇦🇿 ziddiyyətli şəkildə
🇲🇽 de manera conflictiva
Etymology
The word 'conflictingly' is derived from the verb 'conflict', which comes from the Latin word 'conflictus', meaning 'a striking together'. The adverb form 'conflictingly' emerged in the English language to describe situations of opposition or disagreement. The use of conflictingly has become more common in modern English, especially in contexts where conflicting ideas or actions are present.
See also: conflict, conflicted, conflicting, conflicts.