Conflict And Resolution Vocabulary

verb to express contempt for; ridicule

• The professor would often deride students who did not meet his high academic standards.
• She couldn't help but deride her friend's fashion choices behind her back.
• Don't listen to him, he's just deriding you because he's jealous.
• The media's constant derision of the politician eventually led to his downfall.

noun competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field

• The intense rivalry between the two companies has been ongoing for years.
• The rivalry between those two teams is getting really heated.
• The rivalry between those two crews is off the charts.
• The rivalry between the two political parties is like a never-ending battle.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'unquelled' describes something that has not been subdued or overcome

• The protests were unquelled by the presence of law enforcement.
• Her determination to succeed was unquelled by any setbacks.
• The party was unquelled, everyone was having a great time.
• His passion for music was unquelled, even in the face of criticism.

noun a violent or nonviolent act of resistance against an established authority or government

• The government was caught off guard by the sudden uprising of the citizens.
• Did you hear about the uprising happening downtown?
• The uprising was lit, everyone was out protesting.
• The uprising of creativity in the art world is truly inspiring.

adverb in a state of conflict, confusion, or disorder

preposition in or into a state of difficulty or disfavor

• The project ran afoul of several regulatory requirements.
• I think we might run afoul of the boss if we don't finish this report on time.
• If you keep skipping class, you're going to get afoul with the school authorities.
• Her plans went afoul when unexpected obstacles arose.

adverb in a manner that shows opposition or contrast

• The researcher presented the findings of the study adversatively, highlighting the limitations of the methodology.
• She argued with her friend adversatively, pointing out the flaws in their plan.
• He debated his opponent adversatively, shutting down their arguments with ease.
• The storm raged on adversatively, causing chaos and destruction in its path.