conflicting
Translation
conflicting, contradictory, opposing
Examples
We received conflicting reports about the incident.
We received conflicting reports about the incident.
He has conflicting emotions about the decision.
He has conflicting emotions about the decision.
Grammar Patterns
conflicting ((sth.)) contradictory things The witnesses gave conflicting accounts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: contradictory, incompatible; Antonyms: consistent, harmonious
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'to conflict'. From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'fligere' (to strike).
Memory Tips
Describes two or more things that are in 'conflict' with each other, so they cannot all be true or right.