Conflict Resolution Vocabulary

adjective characterized by bitterness or sharpness in speech, behavior, or tone

• The negotiations ended in an acrimonious dispute between the two parties.
• Their argument turned acrimonious very quickly.
• Things got real acrimonious between them.
• The tension in the room was so thick, you could almost taste the acrimonious atmosphere.

verb to make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or disputed matter

• The judge will adjudicate on the matter tomorrow in court.
• I heard that the referee will adjudicate the game fairly.
• Let's let the boss adjudicate this dispute between us.
• It's up to you to adjudicate between your heart and your mind in this decision.

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or a state of being

• After much deliberation, the committee finally agreed on a course of action.
• We all agreed that the movie was terrible and walked out halfway through.
• I told my friends I'd meet them at the party, and they agreed to swing by and pick me up.
• Despite their differences, the two political leaders eventually agreed to bury the hatchet and work together for the greater good.

noun a noisy argument or disagreement, especially in public

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• The altercation between the two parties was quickly resolved by the intervention of the authorities.
• I heard there was a big altercation at the party last night.
• Things got heated and turned into a full-blown altercation at the bar.
• The altercation between tradition and progress is a constant theme in the novel.

noun reparations made for a wrong or injury

• The company made amends for the mistake by issuing a public apology.
• I need to make amends with my friend after our argument.
• I'll make amends with her by buying her a coffee.
• Time cannot make amends for the loss of a loved one.

noun a strong feeling of dislike or hostility towards someone or something

• The two political parties have a deep antipathy towards each other.
• I can sense the antipathy between those two coworkers.
• There's so much antipathy in the air whenever they are in the same room.
• The antipathy between the rival gangs is like a thick fog that never lifts.

verb to express regret or say sorry for something that one has done wrong

• I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
• I'm really sorry about that.
• My bad, I apologize.
• I apologize if I stepped on your toes.

noun a regretful acknowledgment of an offense or failure

• I would like to extend my sincerest apology for the inconvenience caused.
• I'm really sorry about what happened, it was totally my fault.
• My bad, I owe you an apology for messing up.
• I offer my apology as a gesture of reconciliation and goodwill.

verb to make someone less angry or stop them from attacking by giving them what they want

• The government tried to appease the protesters by offering concessions.
• I tried to appease my boss by working extra hours this week.
• She tried to appease her parents by promising to clean her room.
• The soothing music helped to appease my troubled mind.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adjective a word naming an attribute of a noun, such as sweet, red, or technical

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The two countries are currently at odds over trade policies.
• John and Mary are always at odds with each other about what movie to watch.
• The siblings are constantly at odds over who gets to use the car first.
• His mind and heart were at odds with each other, making it difficult for him to make a decision.

noun an extremely wicked or cruel act, typically involving physical violence or injury

adjective describing something as extremely wicked or cruel

• The international community condemned the atrocity committed by the regime.
• The news of the atrocity spread quickly through social media.
• That atrocity was just plain messed up.
• The way she treated her employees was an emotional atrocity.

noun a retreat or withdrawal from a position or opinion

verb to withdraw or retreat from a position or opinion

• The negotiator refused to back down from their demands.
• She's not one to back down from a challenge.
• Don't worry, I won't back down in a fight.
• Despite the obstacles, she didn't back down from pursuing her dreams.

noun the action or practice of speaking maliciously about someone when they are not present

verb to speak maliciously about someone when they are not present

• Backbiting is a form of malicious gossip that can harm someone's reputation.
• I heard there was a lot of backbiting going on in the office.
• Stop all the backbiting and just speak directly to each other.
• The backbiting between the two rival companies was getting out of control.

noun a person who engages in petty arguments or disputes

• The bickerer in the meeting constantly disrupted the flow of discussion with their arguments.
• The bickerer at the family gathering wouldn't stop arguing over trivial things.
• The bickerer in the group chat was getting on everyone's nerves.
• The bickerer's constant need to argue was like a broken record, repeating the same points over and over again.

noun responsibility for a fault or wrong

verb to assign responsibility for a fault or wrong

• The investigation revealed that the blame for the financial loss lies with the accounting department.
• Don't blame me for the mess in the kitchen, I didn't cook dinner last night.
• She always tries to blame others for her mistakes, it's so annoying.
• In the game of politics, the blame game is often played to deflect attention from one's own shortcomings.

verb to assign responsibility for a fault or wrong

adjective feeling or expressing disapproval or condemnation

• The company's CEO blamed the decrease in profits on the global economic downturn.
• She blamed her tardiness on traffic.
• He got blamed for breaking the vase even though it wasn't his fault.
• The politician was quick to blame his opponent for the scandal, deflecting attention from his own wrongdoings.

noun a period of time during which a problem or situation gradually becomes less serious and is forgotten

verb to pass or fade without causing lasting harm or damage

• The scandal will eventually blow over once the truth comes out.
• Don't worry, this whole situation will blow over soon.
• Just chill out, it's just a little drama, it will blow over.
• The storm will blow over and we'll see the sun again.

noun a subject or issue over which there is continuing disagreement or conflict

• The budget allocation for the project has become a bone of contention among the stakeholders.
• The choice of movie for tonight is the bone of contention between us.
• The new dress code is the bone of contention in the office.
• The disputed inheritance has become the bone of contention between the siblings.

verb engaging in a noisy, quarrelsome, or aggressive argument or fight

• The brawling between the two rival gangs led to multiple arrests.
• The brawling at the bar last night got out of hand pretty quickly.
• Those guys were straight up brawling in the street over a parking spot.
• The brawling of ideas during the debate highlighted the intense differences in opinions.

noun a dismissive or casual attitude towards something or someone

verb to dismiss or ignore someone or something

• She tried to brush off the criticism by focusing on the positive aspects of her work.
• He always tries to brush off any negative comments about his favorite sports team.
• Don't brush off my invitation to the party, it's going to be a blast!
• It's not easy to brush off years of resentment and hurt feelings.

adjective stubbornly inflexible or obstinate

• His bullheaded refusal to listen to reason cost the company a significant amount of money.
• My boss is so bullheaded, he never changes his mind once it's made up.
• Don't be so bullheaded about it, just give it a try!
• Her bullheaded determination to succeed propelled her to achieve her goals against all odds.

noun the action of constantly finding fault or complaining

adjective tending to find fault or criticize; complaining

• The carping critic pointed out every flaw in the artist's work.
• Stop carping about the weather and just enjoy the day.
• Why are you always carping about everything? Chill out!
• Her constant carping was like a mosquito buzzing in my ear.

noun a temporary suspension of fighting or warfare

verb to stop or discontinue fighting or shooting

• The two countries have agreed to a cease fire in order to negotiate a peace treaty.
• Hey, did you hear about the cease fire between the rival gangs?
• Let's hope the cease fire holds this time and there's no more fighting.
• Sometimes we need to declare a cease fire in our own minds to find peace and clarity.

noun a scolding or reprimand

verb to scold or rebuke someone mildly

• The teacher had to chide the student for not completing the assignment on time.
• I didn't mean to chide you, I was just trying to help.
• She chided her friend for being late to the party.
• The wind seemed to chide the leaves as they rustled in the breeze.

noun a violent confrontation or struggle

verb to come into violent conflict

• The clash between the two political parties resulted in heated debates during the parliamentary session.
• There was a clash between the fans of the rival football teams at the stadium last night.
• The clash between those two classmates was so intense, it was like watching a reality TV show.
• The clash of ideas in the boardroom led to a creative breakthrough for the company.

verb to approach or reach something in a specified way or direction

preposition used to indicate the point or time at which something happens or is aimed or directed

• The speaker urged the audience to come at the issue with a critical mindset.
• If you have any questions, just come at me and I'll try to help.
• Don't worry, I can handle whatever you come at me with.
• The storm began to come at the coastal town with full force.

verb to intervene or disrupt a relationship or situation between two or more parties

• It is important not to let personal feelings come between professional relationships.
• I hope this disagreement doesn't come between our friendship.
• Don't let gossip come between you and your best friend.
• The dark clouds came between the sun and the earth, casting a shadow over the landscape.

verb to reach an agreement or understanding

preposition to reach a settlement or compromise

• After much negotiation, the two parties were finally able to come to terms on the contract.
• It took a while, but we eventually came to terms and agreed on a price for the car.
• I had to come to terms with the fact that I wasn't going to get my way this time.
• She struggled to come to terms with the loss of her beloved pet.

verb to encounter or face a challenge or obstacle

• The company may come up against some regulatory hurdles during the merger process.
• I didn't expect to come up against so much traffic on my way to work this morning.
• I always come up against haters when I share my opinions online.
• As a team, we will come up against challenges but we will overcome them together.

verb expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something

adjective showing a tendency to complain

• She was constantly complaining about the lack of communication within the team.
• Stop complaining and just do something about it.
• Quit your whining and start taking action instead of complaining all the time.
• The storm clouds were like people complaining, dark and looming over everything.

noun a general agreement among a group of people

• After much discussion, the committee finally reached a consensus on the new policy.
• We all agreed on the movie choice, so it was a consensus to watch that one.
• The group was totally on the same page about the plan, it was a consensus.
• In the world of fashion, there is a consensus that less is more.

verb to work together towards a common goal or purpose

• It is essential for all team members to cooperate in order to achieve our project goals.
• Let's all cooperate and get this job done together.
• We gotta work together and cooperate on this task.
• The different departments need to cooperate like gears in a well-oiled machine.

adjective Counterproductive is an adjective that describes something that has the opposite effect of what is intended or desired.

• Implementing such drastic changes without proper planning can be counterproductive to the overall success of the project.
• Skipping meals may seem like a quick way to lose weight, but it can actually be counterproductive in the long run.
• Staying up all night to study for the exam might seem like a good idea, but it's actually hella counterproductive.
• Trying to control every aspect of your life can be counterproductive, sometimes you just need to go with the flow.

noun a situation in which people are caught in a situation where they are being attacked or criticized from two sides

• The soldiers were caught in the cross fire during the intense battle.
• We were stuck in the cross fire between two arguing friends.
• I don't want to get caught in the cross fire of their drama.
• The CEO found himself in the cross fire of conflicting interests within the company.

verb to cease or stop doing something

• The court ordered the defendant to desist from contacting the victim.
• I told him to desist bothering me with his constant calls.
• Dude, just desist already. It's getting annoying.
• She couldn't desist from eating the delicious cake, despite being on a diet.

verb to feel contempt or a deep repugnance for; to regard with scorn or disgust

• I despise the way he conducts business, it lacks integrity.
• I really despise doing the dishes, it's my least favorite chore.
• I can't stand that guy, I totally despise him.
• Her words were like daggers, piercing through his heart with the force of despise.

adjective showing malice or ill will; malicious; spiteful

• Her despiteful remarks towards her colleague were completely uncalled for.
• She can be so despiteful sometimes, it's hard to understand why.
• I can't stand hanging out with Jenny, she's so despiteful.
• The storm raged on, despiteful of the damage it caused.

noun a feeling of dislike or disapproval

preposition used to indicate that something is happening or is true even though something else might prevent it

• Despite the inclement weather, the outdoor event proceeded as planned.
• Despite feeling nervous, she gave a great presentation.
• I still went to the party despite being exhausted.
• Despite the rocky start, their relationship eventually flourished.

noun a relaxing of tension, especially between nations, as by negotiations or agreements

• The two countries reached a detente after years of tense relations.
• There seems to be a detente between the neighbors now.
• Let's hope this detente lasts for a while.
• Their detente was like a fragile truce, ready to break at any moment.

verb to gradually become less intense or loud

adverb in a manner that causes something to become less intense or loud

• After the storm, the wind began to die down and the skies cleared.
• Once the party started to die down, we decided to head home.
• When the gossip about her started to die down, she felt relieved.
• As the excitement of the new job opportunity began to die down, she started to have doubts.

noun a lack of affinity or connection between two or more things

• There seems to be a disaffinity between the two groups, as they have trouble finding common ground.
• I have a disaffinity for broccoli, I just can't stand the taste.
• I don't know why, but I have a total disaffinity for that guy.
• Her disaffinity towards change was evident in her reluctance to try new things.

verb to have or express a different opinion; to not be in agreement

• The two scholars strongly disagree on the interpretation of the ancient text.
• I just can't see eye to eye with her on this issue, we totally disagree.
• We're just not vibing on this, we totally disagree.
• Their opinions are like oil and water, they just can't agree on anything.

noun the quality or state of being disagreeable

• The disagreeableness of the situation was evident in the tense atmosphere during the meeting.
• I can't stand the disagreeableness of his attitude towards everything.
• Her constant disagreeableness is really getting on my nerves.
• The disagreeableness of the weather mirrored my sour mood.

verb to have or express a different opinion; to not be in agreement

• The two parties were vehemently disagreeing on the terms of the contract.
• They were constantly disagreeing about which movie to watch.
• They were beefing hard, always disagreeing on everything.
• Their opinions were like oil and water, constantly disagreeing with each other.

noun a lack of agreement or harmony; a difference of opinion

adjective disagreeing or characterized by disagreement

• The board members had a disagreement over the proposed budget cuts.
• We had a little disagreement about which movie to watch.
• Me and my friend got into a big disagreement about who won the game.
• Their relationship hit a rough patch due to constant disagreement on major decisions.

verb to take away weapons or the ability to fight from someone or something

• The negotiators were able to successfully disarm the opposing faction without any casualties.
• The police managed to disarm the suspect before he could cause any harm.
• I can't believe he was able to disarm the bully with just his words!
• Her smile had the power to disarm even the most guarded hearts.

adjective having the effect of allaying suspicion or hostility, especially through charm or wit

• Her disarming smile put everyone at ease during the business meeting.
• His disarming charm made it easy to open up to him.
• She has a disarming way of getting what she wants without anyone suspecting a thing.
• The artist's use of disarming colors created a sense of calm and tranquility in the painting.

noun a feeling of unease or embarrassment; awkwardness

verb to make someone feel uneasy or embarrassed; to defeat or frustrate

• The candidate could not hide his discomfiture when asked about his controversial stance on the issue.
• She tried to cover up her discomfiture with a forced smile.
• His discomfiture was written all over his face.
• The unexpected turn of events caused a wave of discomfiture among the team members.

verb to release or detach from something, to withdraw or remove from involvement or connection

• It is important to properly disengage the machinery before performing any maintenance.
• Make sure to disengage the clutch before shifting gears.
• I had to disengage from that toxic friendship.
• She found it hard to disengage from her thoughts and focus on the task at hand.

noun a lack of harmony or agreement

• The disharmony among the team members was affecting the project's progress.
• There was so much disharmony in the family reunion that it was hard to enjoy the party.
• The disharmony between them was so obvious, you could cut the tension with a knife.
• The disharmony in their relationship was like a discordant melody that never seemed to resolve.

adjective having or showing no bias or favoritism; impartial

• The judge must remain disinterested in order to make a fair decision.
• She seemed disinterested in the topic of conversation.
• He's always so disinterested in everything, it's annoying.
• Her disinterested attitude towards the situation spoke volumes about her true feelings.

verb to speak of in a way that shows a lack of respect or approval

• It is unprofessional to disparage your colleagues in the workplace.
• Don't disparage your friends behind their backs.
• Stop dissing me, it's not cool to disparage others.
• His constant criticism seemed to disparage even the brightest ideas.

adjective disputatious - inclined to dispute or argue; fond of or causing heated arguments

• The disputatious nature of the debate made it difficult to reach a consensus.
• She's always so disputatious, always arguing about everything.
• I can't stand being around him, he's so damn disputatious all the time.
• The stormy weather matched the disputatious mood of the group.

noun disagreement or conflict within a group, typically a political one

• The dissension among the board members led to a stalemate in decision-making.
• There was dissension in the group chat about where to meet for dinner.
• The dissension between them was causing major drama.
• The dissension in her mind made it hard for her to focus on anything else.

noun a lack of harmony or agreement

adjective having a lack of harmony or agreement

• The dissonance between the two theories led to further research in the field.
• There was a lot of dissonance among the group about which movie to watch.
• I can't stand the dissonance in this song, it's giving me a headache.
• The dissonance between her actions and her words was unsettling.

adjective feeling or showing distrust; suspicious

• The board members were distrustful of the new CEO's intentions.
• She's always been distrustful of strangers.
• I don't trust him, he's super distrustful.
• The dark clouds looming overhead made the atmosphere feel distrustful.

noun the act of causing separation or disconnection

verb to cause to become separated or disconnected

• The political differences continue to disunite the country.
• Their constant arguments only serve to disunite them further.
• Gossip has a way of disuniting even the closest of friends.
• The storm's fierce winds seemed to disunite the very fabric of the building.

noun a person who prevents others from using something that they do not need or want for themselves

• The farmer scolded his dog for behaving like a dog in the manger, not allowing the other animals to eat.
• Stop being a dog in the manger and share your toys with your little sister.
• Don't be a dog in the manger and hog all the snacks at the party.
• She's like a dog in the manger, always preventing others from enjoying what she doesn't want.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The constant noise from the construction site next door can drive up the wall.
• My little brother's whining about not getting his way really drives me up the wall.
• Her constant gossiping about others really drives me up the wall.
• The never-ending paperwork at work is starting to drive me up the wall.

noun a prearranged combat between two persons, fought with deadly weapons according to an agreed set of rules

• The two noblemen engaged in a formal duel to settle their dispute.
• Those two guys are going to have a duel at the park later.
• I heard they're gonna duel it out behind the school after class.
• The debate between the two scholars turned into an intellectual duel.

noun a person who engages in a duel, especially a formal one

• The duelist displayed exceptional skill with a rapier during the fencing competition.
• I heard that the duelist is undefeated in all the local sword fighting tournaments.
• That duelist is one bad dude with a blade, nobody can touch him!
• In the world of business, he was known as a duelist, always ready to negotiate and come out on top.

verb to cause someone to feel bitter or resentful

• The constant criticism from her boss started to embitter her towards her job.
• I don't want to embitter our friendship by arguing over trivial matters.
• Don't let one bad experience embitter you to the whole idea of dating.
• The loss of her best friend embittered her heart, leaving a lasting sadness.

noun a complicated or confused situation; entanglement

• The company's legal embroilment with its former partner caused a delay in the project.
• I don't want to get involved in their embroilment, it's too messy.
• The embroilment between those two is like watching a soap opera.
• Her mind was a constant embroilment of conflicting thoughts and emotions.

verb to burst or break out suddenly and violently

• The volcano is expected to erupt at any moment, causing widespread destruction.
• When she found out the truth, she erupted in anger.
• The party was so crazy, it made me erupt with excitement.
• Emotions can erupt unexpectedly, like a volcano.

verb to make a problem or situation worse

• The economic downturn is likely to exacerbate the already existing social inequalities.
• Skipping meals will only exacerbate your hunger.
• His constant nagging just exacerbates the situation.
• Adding fuel to the fire will only exacerbate the conflict.

verb to irritate or provoke someone to a high degree; to make someone very angry or frustrated

• Her constant complaints about the project deadlines began to exasperate the team members.
• I know his jokes can exasperate you sometimes, but try to take them lightly.
• Stop being so annoying, you're really exasperating me!
• The never-ending traffic jam seemed to exasperate time itself, dragging the day on endlessly.

adjective showing strong feelings of irritation or annoyance

• The teacher was exasperated with the students' lack of effort in completing the assignment.
• I could tell he was exasperated by the way he sighed and rolled his eyes.
• She was so exasperated with her boss that she almost walked out of the meeting.
• The constant noise from the construction site exasperated her like nails on a chalkboard.

noun a round, white part of the eye that is used for seeing

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The two leaders stood eyeball to eyeball during the negotiation.
• I was eyeball to eyeball with my friend in the staring contest.
• The competitors were eyeball to eyeball in the final round of the tournament.
• The tension in the room was so high, you could cut it with a knife as the two rivals stood eyeball to eyeball.

noun a disagreement or argument between people who have previously been on good terms

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• The falling out between the two business partners led to the dissolution of their company.
• I heard there was a falling out between Sarah and her best friend over a misunderstanding.
• There was a huge falling out between the band members after the lead singer quit.
• The falling out of favor with the boss resulted in a decrease in responsibilities and opportunities.

noun a prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute

verb to engage in a prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute

• The feud between the two families has been going on for generations.
• I heard there's a feud brewing between the neighbors over the property line.
• There's a feud going down on social media between those two influencers.
• The feud between creativity and logic in his mind was causing him inner turmoil.

adjective able to be enforced or carried out by force

• The police used forcible entry to gain access to the building.
• He had to use some forcible persuasion to get his point across.
• The bouncer used some pretty forcible moves to kick out the troublemakers.
• Her words were like a forcible slap in the face, waking him up to the reality of the situation.

adjective showing a willingness to forgive; merciful

• Being forgiving is an important quality to have in any professional setting.
• She's really forgiving when it comes to mistakes at work.
• I can't believe how forgiving he is with his friends' antics.
• The forgiving nature of the ocean allows ships to sail safely through its waters.

noun the act of killing one's brother

• The act of fratricide, or the killing of one's brother, is considered a serious crime in many cultures.
• I can't believe the news about the fratricide that happened in our neighborhood.
• Bro, did you hear about the fratricide that went down at the party last night?
• In a figurative sense, the merger of the two rival companies could be seen as a form of fratricide within the industry.

noun A fight or battle

verb To unravel or become worn at the edge, typically through constant rubbing

• The fabric started to fray along the edges after multiple washes.
• I need to mend this shirt before it starts to fray.
• If you keep using that old rope, it's going to fray and snap.
• The constant arguments between the siblings caused their relationship to fray over time.

noun a disorganized or unrestricted situation or event in which everyone may take part, especially a fight, discussion, or trading market

• The conference turned into a free-for-all when the keynote speaker failed to show up.
• The party became a free-for-all once the music started playing.
• The concert turned into a total free-for-all once the mosh pit started.
• The debate turned into a free-for-all as each candidate started attacking the others.

verb to defeat or overcome someone or something

preposition used to indicate that someone or something is being defeated or outperformed

• Despite his best efforts, the opponent's skill eventually got the better of him.
• I thought I could beat him, but his skills got the better of me.
• I was sure I could win, but he totally got the better of me.
• Sometimes our emotions can get the better of us in difficult situations.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence; in this case, 'go' is a verb indicating movement or departure

adverb a word that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb; in this case, 'away' is an adverb indicating direction or distance from a particular place

• Please leave and go away from this premises immediately.
• Can you just go away and leave me alone?
• Hey dude, why don't you just go away and chill somewhere else?
• Negative thoughts, please go away and leave me in peace.

noun a person who behaves in a servile or submissive manner; one who grovels

adjective describing someone or something as groveling or behaving in a servile manner

• The groveler begged for forgiveness from his superior.
• I can't stand that groveler who always tries to suck up to the boss.
• That groveler is such a brown-noser.
• She refused to be a groveler and stood up for herself instead.

noun A person's head or the top part of the body

verb To go in a particular direction or to a particular place

adverb In the direction of the front or top

• I need to head off to the meeting now.
• I should head off to catch the bus.
• Let's head off to the party before it gets too late.
• I need to head off this problem before it escalates.

verb past tense and past participle of heat

adjective showing or characterized by intense feeling or passion

• The debate became heated as both sides presented their arguments.
• Things got pretty heated between them during the argument.
• The conversation was so heated, it was like watching a reality TV show.
• The tension in the room was so heated, you could cut it with a knife.

noun a person who is easily angered or quick to lose their temper

• The hotheaded individual acted impulsively without considering the consequences.
• Don't be such a hothead and think before you speak.
• That hothead always blows up over the smallest things.
• His temper was like a wildfire, uncontrollable and fierce, earning him the nickname hothead.

adjective easily angered or quick to act without thinking

• The hotheaded employee reacted impulsively to the criticism from his supervisor.
• My hotheaded brother always gets into arguments with strangers on the internet.
• Don't be such a hotheaded jerk, dude.
• Her hotheaded temper was like a volcano ready to erupt at any moment.

adjective describing someone who is in a bad mood or easily irritated

• The ill-humored professor rarely smiled during lectures.
• Don't take it personally, he's just in an ill-humored mood today.
• She's been acting so ill-humored lately, I don't know what her problem is.
• The dark clouds in the sky seemed ill-humored, as if a storm was brewing.

noun a complicated and confusing situation; a misunderstanding or disagreement with complex and entangled elements

• The legal imbroglio surrounding the company's merger has caused delays in the process.
• The imbroglio between the neighbors over the property line is getting out of hand.
• I can't believe the imbroglio that happened at the party last night!
• Her mind was a tangled imbroglio of conflicting thoughts and emotions.

noun a situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement; a deadlock

• The negotiations have reached an impasse, with neither party willing to compromise.
• We're at an impasse in our discussion, we can't seem to agree on anything.
• We're stuck in an impasse and can't move forward until someone gives in.
• Their relationship had hit an impasse, with communication completely breaking down.

noun persistent request or demand

adjective importunate

• The importunity of the salesman became overwhelming as he continued to push for a sale.
• I can't stand the importunity of my neighbor always asking for favors.
• The importunity of that guy is really getting on my nerves.
• The importunity of the storm was relentless, pounding the coast with unyielding force.

adjective describing someone who has difficulty making decisions or choices

• The indecisive nature of the committee led to delays in reaching a decision.
• She's so indecisive, it takes her forever to choose what to eat.
• Stop being so wishy-washy and make a decision already, you're being indecisive.
• His indecisive behavior was like a ship without a rudder, constantly changing direction.

noun conflict within a group or organization, typically characterized by intense rivalry or disagreements

• The company's productivity suffered due to the constant infighting among the senior management team.
• The infighting between the siblings over the inheritance is getting out of hand.
• The infighting within the group chat is causing unnecessary drama.
• The infighting among the political parties is like a never-ending game of chess.

verb to make someone extremely angry or annoyed

• His constant lateness never failed to infuriate his colleagues.
• It really infuriates me when people talk loudly on their phones in public.
• When she found out he lied to her, it totally infuriated her.
• The way he ignored her feelings seemed to infuriate the storm within her.

adjective not in harmony; discordant; conflicting

• The inharmonious relationship between the two countries led to increased tension.
• Their inharmonious friendship was evident to everyone around them.
• Their inharmonious vibe was just not working for me.
• The inharmonious blend of colors in the painting created a sense of chaos.

adjective hostile or unfriendly

• The new policy was seen as inimical to the company's long-term growth strategy.
• Staying up late every night is inimical to your health.
• Skipping breakfast is inimical to gains at the gym.
• His harsh words were inimical to their friendship, causing a rift between them.

noun the action or process of instigating or inciting something

• The instigation of violence is never justified in any circumstance.
• His constant instigation caused a lot of tension among the group.
• Stop with the instigation, it's getting old.
• The instigation of change can lead to great progress in society.

adjective relating to conflict within a group or organization, especially involving physical violence

• The internecine conflict between the two factions led to widespread destruction.
• The internecine feud within the family caused a lot of tension during the holiday dinner.
• The internecine drama between the two friends was getting out of hand.
• The internecine battle between his heart and mind made it difficult for him to make a decision.

noun refusal to change one's views or to agree about something

• The diplomat's intransigence during the negotiation process hindered progress towards a resolution.
• His intransigence on the matter made it impossible to reach a compromise.
• Her intransigence was so annoying, it felt like banging my head against a wall.
• The intransigence of the old oak tree, refusing to bend even in the strongest winds, was a symbol of resilience.

noun a person who is intransigent

adjective unwilling or refusing to change one's views or to agree about something

• The intransigent negotiator refused to compromise on any of the terms.
• She's so intransigent, she never listens to anyone else's opinion.
• He's an intransigent jerk who always thinks he's right.
• The mountain stood intransigent against the changing weather.

noun a noun referring to the quality of being easily angered or provoked to anger

• His irascibility often caused tension in the workplace.
• Don't mind his irascibility, he's just having a bad day.
• His irascibility can be a real pain in the neck sometimes.
• The storm outside mirrored his irascibility within.

verb to irritate or annoy

adjective feeling or showing annoyance or irritation

• The constant noise from the construction site irked the residents in the neighborhood.
• I was really irked when my phone battery died right in the middle of an important call.
• Her constant bragging really irks me.
• The way he always interrupts me during meetings really irks my nerves.

noun a person or thing that is irreconcilable

adjective not able to be resolved or made compatible

• The two parties had irreconcilable differences in their negotiation.
• They just couldn't see eye to eye on anything, their views were irreconcilable.
• They were like oil and water, their opinions were totally irreconcilable.
• Their relationship had reached an irreconcilable point of no return.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite (e.g., the, a, an)

• It is important for the police force to keep the peace in the community.
• Let's all try to keep the peace and avoid any arguments.
• Hey man, just chill out and keep the peace, okay?
• The diplomat's role is to keep the peace between conflicting nations.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• Please refrain from engaging in such behavior and knock it off immediately.
• Hey, could you just knock it off already?
• Dude, seriously, just knock it off, okay?
• The constant complaining is like a broken record, just knock it off already.

noun a word or phrase that is spoken or written at the end of a conversation or discussion

adjective coming after all others in time or order; final

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun

• The speaker concluded his speech with a powerful last word.
• Don't worry, I'll have the last word in this argument.
• I always make sure to get the last word in during a debate.
• She always has the last word in our family discussions.

verb to put or set something aside or out of the way

adverb in a manner that involves putting or setting something aside or out of the way

• It is important to lay aside personal biases when making decisions.
• Let's just lay aside our differences and enjoy the party.
• Hey, can you just lay that drama aside for now?
• Sometimes we need to lay aside our fears and take a leap of faith.

verb to attack or criticize someone harshly or aggressively

• The manager decided to lay into the employee for repeatedly missing deadlines.
• I heard Sarah really laid into her roommate for not cleaning up after themselves.
• I can't believe how hard he laid into his friend for canceling at the last minute.
• The storm began to lay into the coastal town, causing widespread damage.

verb to allow something to pass without taking action or making a response

• I cannot let this mistake slide without addressing it.
• I'll let it slide this time, but please be more careful next time.
• I'll just let that slide, no big deal.
• Sometimes it's better to let things slide and not dwell on every little mistake.

adjective reluctant or unwilling

adverb in a reluctant or unwilling manner

• She was loath to admit that she had made a mistake.
• I'm loath to go to that party, it's always so boring.
• I'm totally loath to do my homework tonight.
• His heart was loath to let go of the memories they shared.

noun a feeling of intense dislike or disgust; hatred

• She could not hide her sense of loathing towards the unethical practices of the company.
• I can't stand the sight of him, pure loathing.
• I have a serious case of loathing for that movie, it was terrible.
• The dark clouds of loathing hung heavy over the city as tensions rose.

noun a verb phrase that means to compensate or make up for a wrong or injury

verb to compensate or make up for a wrong or injury

• After realizing his mistake, he decided to make amends by apologizing to his colleagues.
• She knows she messed up, so she's trying to make amends with her friend.
• He's been acting shady lately, but he's trying to make amends now.
• The company's CEO knew they had to make amends for their past actions in order to regain trust.

noun a person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict come to an agreement; a go-between

• The mediator helped facilitate communication between the two parties during the negotiation.
• The mediator did a great job helping them work things out.
• The mediator was like the middleman in the whole situation.
• The mediator acted as a bridge between the conflicting parties.

adjective relating to or characteristic of mediation; acting as a mediator

• The mediatory role of the United Nations in international conflicts is crucial for maintaining peace.
• She acted as a mediatory figure in resolving the dispute between her friends.
• I never expected him to play the mediatory role in our group chat drama.
• The sunset served as a mediatory moment between day and night.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

verb action or state of being

adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

preposition shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• It is important to meet challenges head on in order to find solutions.
• When faced with a problem, just meet it head on and deal with it.
• Don't run away from your fears, just meet them head on!
• She decided to meet the criticism head on and address it directly.

adjective capable of being repaired or fixed

• The tear in the fabric is mendable with the right tools and skills.
• Don't worry, that broken vase is totally mendable.
• I know we had a fight, but our friendship is mendable.
• Sometimes relationships go through rough patches, but they are usually mendable with communication and effort.

noun aggressive or combative behavior or attitudes; the quality or state of being militant

• The government is taking strict measures to combat militancy in the region.
• The group's militancy has caused a lot of trouble in the neighborhood.
• I heard he's involved in some shady militancy stuff.
• Her militancy in pursuing her goals is truly admirable.

verb to have a substantial effect or influence; to operate against something

• The lack of funding may militate against the success of the project.
• His stubbornness will militate against any chance of reconciliation.
• Her negative attitude really militates against her popularity.
• The dark clouds militate against having a picnic today.

noun a way of living or way of life; a practical compromise or arrangement between parties in a dispute

• The two countries have agreed on a modus vivendi to peacefully coexist.
• Let's just find a modus vivendi so we can get along.
• We need to work out a modus vivendi to avoid any conflicts.
• In the world of business, finding a modus vivendi with your competitors is essential for success.

noun a small bud or shoot on a plant

preposition in

article the

• It is important to nip in the bud any potential issues before they escalate.
• I always try to nip in the bud any problems at work before they get out of hand.
• We need to nip that drama in the bud before it spreads.
• By addressing the issue early on, we can nip it in the bud and prevent it from becoming a bigger problem.

adjective describing or indicating a situation where there is no opposition or resistance

• The two parties have a nonopposing stance on the issue.
• They both agree on this, so there's no opposition.
• They're on the same page about it, so there's no beef.
• Their views align perfectly, creating a nonopposing front.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• The committee members were objecting to the proposed changes in the policy.
• She kept objecting to the idea of going to the beach instead of the mountains.
• I don't know why he's always objecting to everything we suggest.
• Her heart was objecting to the thought of leaving her hometown for good.

verb to block or hinder (an object, process, or person) by placing obstacles in the way

• The fallen tree obstructed the path, making it difficult for hikers to pass through.
• Sorry, I didn't mean to obstruct your view of the stage.
• Don't let that jerk obstruct your goals and dreams.
• Her fear of failure obstructed her from taking risks and pursuing her passions.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The proposal to increase the budget is out of the question due to financial constraints.
• Going on a vacation next month is out of the question for me.
• Asking her out is out of the question, she's not interested.
• Trying to convince him to change his mind is out of the question, he's very stubborn.

adjective feeling or showing irritation or annoyance

• She was quite peeved when she found out about the mistake in the report.
• I could tell he was peeved when he slammed the door on his way out.
• She was totally peeved that her favorite show got canceled.
• The dark clouds looming overhead seemed to reflect her peeved mood.

adjective stubborn or obstinate; having a narrow-minded or inflexible attitude

• His pigheaded refusal to consider any other options led to the project's failure.
• She can be so pigheaded sometimes, always insisting on having her own way.
• Don't be so pigheaded about it, just give it a try and see what happens.
• His pigheadedness was like a brick wall, impossible to break through with any logic or reasoning.

noun the act of pacifying or appeasing someone or something

verb to pacify or appease someone or something

• The diplomat attempted placation of the warring factions through negotiation.
• He tried placation by offering to buy her favorite dessert.
• She resorted to placation by promising to do his chores for a week.
• The soothing music acted as a placation for her troubled mind.

verb to physically move something out of the way

adverb in a manner that involves physically moving something out of the way

• The committee decided to push aside the controversial issue and focus on more pressing matters.
• I always push aside my chores until the last minute.
• Let's just push aside the drama and have a good time tonight.
• Don't let fear push aside your dreams.

noun a person who is overly cautious or timid in their actions

verb to walk or move cautiously or timidly

• It is unprofessional to pussyfoot around important issues in the workplace.
• Stop pussyfooting and just tell me what you really think.
• Quit pussyfooting and make a decision already.
• She always pussyfoots around the truth, never being completely honest.

verb to correct or fix a mistake or problem

adverb in a manner that corrects or fixes a mistake or problem

• The company took immediate action to put right the accounting error.
• I had to quickly put right my mistake before anyone noticed.
• I had to fix my blunder to put things right.
• He worked hard to put right the strained relationship with his brother.

adjective describing someone who is likely to argue or disagree with others

• The quarrelsome nature of the meeting made it difficult to reach a resolution.
• She's always so quarrelsome, constantly picking fights with everyone.
• I try to avoid hanging out with him when he's in a quarrelsome mood.
• The stormy weather seemed to reflect the quarrelsome atmosphere between the two friends.

verb to put an end to; suppress; quell

• The judge decided to quash the subpoena due to lack of evidence.
• I heard they were trying to quash the rumors about the company going bankrupt.
• I can't believe she tried to quash our plans for the weekend.
• His determination to succeed was strong enough to quash any doubts in his mind.

verb to cause annoyance or resentment

• The criticism from her colleagues continued to rankle her.
• It really rankles me when people don't clean up after themselves.
• That comment really rankled me, dude.
• The memory of his betrayal still rankles in her heart.

adjective capable of being reconciled or resolved

• The two theories are not reconcilable with each other and must be further examined.
• Their views on the matter are just not reconcilable, they'll have to agree to disagree.
• Their opinions are so different, there's no way they're reconcilable.
• Their relationship had reached a point where their differences were no longer reconcilable.

verb to make compatible or consistent

• It is important to reconcile any discrepancies in the financial records.
• They need to reconcile their differences before they can move forward.
• I'm trying to reconcile with my ex, but it's complicated.
• It can be challenging to reconcile your past with your present self.

noun the action of making one view or belief compatible with another

• The two countries engaged in a process of reconciliation to mend their strained relationship.
• After their argument, they had a reconciliation and made up.
• They finally buried the hatchet and had a reconciliation.
• The reconciliation of their differences brought peace to their friendship.

noun a person who is responsible for enforcing the rules and making decisions in a sports game or competition

• The referee made a controversial call that ultimately decided the outcome of the game.
• The referee was really strict during the match, huh?
• The ref totally blew that call, what a joke!
• In life, we often have to act as our own referee to make fair decisions.

verb to return like for like; to repay an injury or wrong

• The country warned it would retaliate against any further aggression.
• If he insults you again, feel free to retaliate.
• Don't worry, I'll clap back and retaliate against them.
• She decided to retaliate by ignoring his calls and messages.

verb to make someone annoyed or irritated

• The controversial topic seemed to rile up the audience during the debate.
• Don't let his comments rile you up, he's just trying to get a reaction.
• His constant teasing really riled me up.
• The unexpected turn of events seemed to rile the calm waters of their relationship.

verb past tense of 'rile', meaning to make someone annoyed or irritated

adjective feeling or showing anger or annoyance

• The CEO was riled by the negative press coverage of the company's latest product launch.
• My brother always gets riled up when someone criticizes his favorite sports team.
• I can't believe she riled up the whole group with her rude comments.
• The politician's inflammatory remarks riled up the entire nation.

noun a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd

verb to take part in a violent disturbance of the peace

• The police were called in to control the riot that had broken out in the city center.
• Did you hear about the riot that happened last night? It was crazy!
• The concert turned into a total riot once the music started playing.
• Her emotions were in a riot, making it hard for her to focus on anything else.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• His arrogant attitude tends to rub the wrong way with many of his colleagues.
• Her constant bragging really rubs me the wrong way.
• That guy's comments always rub me the wrong way, he's so annoying.
• The new policy change seems to rub the wrong way with a lot of employees.

noun a noisy disturbance or quarrel

• The political debate escalated into a ruction between the two candidates.
• There was a huge ruction at the party last night, everyone was arguing.
• I heard there was a massive ruction at the club last weekend.
• The decision to close the factory caused a ruction among the workers.

noun the act of providing safe passage or protection

• The diplomat was granted safe conduct through the war-torn region.
• Make sure you have your safe conduct pass with you at all times.
• I can hook you up with a safe conduct card if you need one.
• Having a mentor in the industry is like having a safe conduct pass to success.

noun a strict adherence to a particular sect or party, especially in religion; excessive attachment to a particular sect or party

• The government is working to address the issue of sectarianism in the country.
• Sectarianism often leads to conflicts between different religious groups.
• Don't get involved in any sectarianism nonsense, it's not worth it.
• Sectarianism is like a wall dividing people based on their beliefs.

verb to be filled with intense but unexpressed anger

adjective intensely angry or resentful

• The CEO was seething with anger after the company's quarterly earnings report was released.
• My mom was seething when she found out I had failed my math test.
• I could see him seething with rage when he found out his ex had moved on.
• The volcano was seething with molten lava ready to erupt at any moment.

verb to make something correct or accurate

adjective having a direct or honest manner

adverb in a direct or honest manner

• The professor set straight the misconceptions about the theory during the lecture.
• I had to set my friend straight about the correct way to solve the math problem.
• I had to set that gossip straight before it spread any further.
• The therapist helped me set straight my thoughts and emotions during our session.

noun a position or attitude taken in a dispute or conflict

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• In this debate, I tend to side with the experts who have conducted thorough research.
• I always side with my best friend when we're arguing about movies.
• I usually side with the cool kids at school because they know all the latest trends.
• When it comes to choosing between two options, I always side with my gut instinct.

verb To become calmer or less agitated, to relax or settle down

• Please try to simmer down and approach the situation with a calm demeanor.
• Hey, why don't you simmer down and relax a bit?
• Dude, you need to simmer down before you blow a gasket.
• The tension in the room seemed to simmer down as everyone started to focus on finding a solution.

verb to arrange or organize things in a particular way; to resolve or settle a problem or dispute

• We need to sort out the discrepancies in the financial reports before submitting them to the board.
• Let's meet tomorrow to sort out our travel plans for the upcoming trip.
• I'll help you sort out your messy room before your parents get back.
• It's time to sort out your priorities and focus on what truly matters in life.

verb to be eager or looking for a fight or argument

• The company is spoiling for a fight with the union over the new contract terms.
• She's spoiling for a good time at the party tonight.
• He's spoiling for a rumble with that guy from the other gang.
• The tension in the air made it feel like the storm was spoiling for a chance to unleash its fury.

noun a noisy quarrel about something trivial

verb to engage in a noisy quarrel about something trivial

• The board members engaged in a lengthy squabble over the budget allocation.
• The siblings always seem to squabble over who gets to use the remote control.
• I overheard a squabble between the neighbors about the noise coming from the party next door.
• The two political parties continued to squabble over the proposed legislation, unable to reach a compromise.

verb to make something straight or orderly; to resolve or clarify a situation

• The manager called a meeting to straighten out the issues with the project timeline.
• Let's sit down and straighten out this misunderstanding.
• I need to straighten out my room before my parents get home.
• It took a while, but they were finally able to straighten out their complicated relationship.

verb to bring under control or overcome by force; conquer

adjective having a subdued or restrained quality

• The police were able to subdue the suspect without causing any harm.
• The security guard had to subdue the rowdy customer in the store.
• I saw a video of a guy trying to subdue a wild animal in the park.
• She had to subdue her emotions in order to make a rational decision.

verb to overcome or bring under control by force, intimidation, or persuasion

• The police were successful in subduing the suspect without the use of excessive force.
• It took three security guards to subdue the rowdy customer at the bar.
• The bouncer had no trouble subduing the troublemaker at the club.
• Her calming presence had a way of subduing even the most chaotic situations.

verb to retrieve or regain possession of something that was given or taken away

adverb in a manner that involves retrieving or regaining possession

• The company decided to take back the defective products for a full refund.
• I'm going to take back that book I borrowed from you last week.
• I told him to take back his rude comment before things got ugly.
• It's time to take back control of your life and start making positive changes.

verb to discuss or consider something thoroughly or in detail

• We should schedule a meeting to talk over the new project proposal.
• Let's grab a coffee and talk over our weekend plans.
• I need to talk over some gossip with you later.
• We need to talk over our differences and find a solution.

adjective describing something related to terrorism or intended to cause fear or terror

• The government has increased security measures to prevent any terroristic threats.
• The police arrested a suspect for making terroristic threats online.
• The group was planning a terroristic attack but got caught before they could carry it out.
• His terroristic behavior towards his classmates made them fear for their safety.

noun a musical or vocal sound with reference to its pitch, quality, and strength

verb to make something less intense or strong

• It is important to tone down your language when speaking in a professional setting.
• Hey, can you tone down the music a bit? It's too loud.
• Dude, you need to tone down your attitude or you're going to get in trouble.
• The artist decided to tone down the colors in the painting to create a more subtle effect.

verb to have ripped or shredded something forcefully

adjective showing the result of being ripped or shredded

• The fabric was torn due to the sharp edge of the table.
• I accidentally tore my shirt on a nail sticking out.
• She was so upset, she was torn between staying home and going out with her friends.
• His heart was torn in two after the breakup.

adjective causing difficulty or annoyance; troublesome is used to describe something that causes problems or is difficult to deal with

• The troublesome issue has been brought to the attention of the board of directors.
• Dealing with my troublesome neighbor has been a real headache.
• I can't stand that troublesome dude, he's always causing drama.
• Her troublesome past haunted her like a shadow, always lurking nearby.

noun aggressiveness or hostility

adjective truculent (fierce or cruel)

• The CEO's truculence during negotiations made it difficult to reach a compromise.
• His truculence in the meeting was off-putting to everyone in the room.
• I can't stand his truculence, he always has to be so confrontational.
• The storm's truculence was evident in the way it battered the coastline.

adjective eager or quick to argue or fight; aggressively defiant

• The truculent customer demanded to speak to the manager immediately.
• She has a truculent attitude whenever someone disagrees with her.
• The truculent guy at the bar started a fight for no reason.
• The storm clouds gathered in a truculent manner, signaling an impending downpour.

noun a person who is unattractive or unpleasant in appearance

adjective describing the customer as unattractive or unpleasant in appearance

• The manager had to deal with an ugly customer who was causing a scene in the store.
• I overheard the cashier complaining about an ugly customer who was being rude.
• That ugly customer was a real pain in the neck for the staff to handle.
• Dealing with difficult customers can feel like facing an ugly customer at every turn.

noun a final demand or statement of terms, the rejection of which will result in retaliation or a breakdown in relations

• The company issued an ultimatum to the striking workers, demanding they return to work within 24 hours.
• My parents gave me an ultimatum to either clean my room or lose my allowance.
• If you don't finish your homework by tonight, I'm gonna drop the ultimatum and make you do it all tomorrow.
• The ultimatum from the rival gang was clear - leave the territory or face the consequences.

noun shade or shadow, especially as cast by trees

• The politician took umbrage at the journalist's probing questions.
• She really took umbrage at being called out in front of everyone.
• He totally caught umbrage when his friend made a joke about his haircut.
• The artist found umbrage in the blank canvas, seeing endless possibilities for creation.

adjective not characterized by friendliness or goodwill; hostile

• The business partners decided to part ways due to their unamicable relationship.
• They couldn't stand each other anymore, so they ended things on an unamicable note.
• Their breakup was totally unamicable, it was like a bad episode of reality TV.
• The stormy weather mirrored their unamicable parting, with thunder and lightning crackling in the air.

adjective not justified or deserved

preposition not expected or appropriate in a particular situation

• The rude comment made by the guest was completely uncalled for.
• I think his reaction was totally uncalled for.
• Dude, that was so uncalled for!
• Her behavior was like a storm, fierce and uncalled for.

verb past participle of undo

adjective not done or completed

• The project remained undone due to unforeseen circumstances.
• I left the house with my shoelaces undone.
• She always leaves her homework undone until the last minute.
• His betrayal left me feeling completely undone.

noun the quality or state of being unreasonable

• The court ruled against the plaintiff due to the unreasonableness of their demands.
• I can't believe the unreasonableness of their offer, it's ridiculous!
• Their unreasonableness is off the charts, they need to chill out.
• The unreasonableness of her expectations was like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole.

noun a state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation in a group of people

verb not applicable

adjective not applicable

adverb not applicable

pronoun not applicable

preposition not applicable

conjunction not applicable

interjection not applicable

article not applicable

• The political unrest in the region has caused widespread concern among international organizations.
• There's been a lot of unrest in the city lately, with protests happening almost every day.
• Things are getting pretty tense around here, there's a lot of unrest brewing.
• The emotional unrest within her was like a storm waiting to unleash its fury.

adjective not agitated or disturbed; calm and composed

• Despite the chaos around her, she remained unruffled and composed.
• Even with all the drama going on, she stayed unruffled.
• She was totally unruffled by the whole situation.
• Her mind was like a calm lake, always unruffled by the storms of life.

verb to separate or disentangle something that is twisted or knotted

• It took hours to untangle the complex legal documents.
• Can you help me untangle these wires?
• I need to untangle this mess before my boss finds out.
• She needed time to untangle her thoughts before making a decision.

verb To walk through water or another liquid with some effort, typically with some splashing

• The diplomat decided to wade into the negotiations in order to facilitate a peaceful resolution.
• I'm not sure if I want to wade into the conversation about politics at the dinner party.
• I heard that John waded into the argument and things got pretty heated.
• She decided to wade into the world of entrepreneurship and start her own business.

noun a sudden demonstration or protest by a group of people, especially employees, in support of a cause

verb to leave suddenly or angrily, especially as a form of protest

adverb in a manner that involves leaving suddenly or angrily, especially as a form of protest

• The employees decided to walk out in protest of the unfair working conditions.
• I can't believe she just walked out without saying goodbye.
• He was so angry, he just walked out in a huff.
• Sometimes you have to walk out of your comfort zone to experience new things.

verb to insert or fit tightly between two objects or spaces

adverb used to describe the manner in which something is inserted or fitted tightly

• I need to wedge in this piece of wood to secure the structure.
• Let's wedge in a quick coffee break before we start the meeting.
• I managed to wedge in some time for a quick workout at the gym.
• She always finds a way to wedge in her opinion, no matter the topic.

verb past tense of the verb 'work', meaning to exert effort in order to achieve or make something

adjective feeling or showing strong emotion, especially anger or excitement

• The employees were getting worked up over the upcoming deadline.
• Don't get so worked up about it, everything will be fine.
• She was all worked up about the party last night.
• His words worked her up into a frenzy of emotions.

noun a word that functions as the name of a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'yell' can be a noun when referring to a loud cry or shout.

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being. 'Yell' is a verb in this phrase, indicating the action of shouting loudly at someone.

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. 'At' is a preposition in this phrase, indicating the location or target of the yelling.

• The teacher had to yell at the students to quiet down during the assembly.
• My mom always yells at me to clean my room before she gets home.
• Why are you always yelling at me for no reason?
• The storm clouds seemed to yell at the earth as lightning struck the ground.

noun a state of being easily irritated or angered

• Her short-temperedness often caused tension in the workplace.
• I try to avoid talking to him when he's in one of his short-tempered moods.
• She can be a real hothead when her short-temperedness kicks in.
• His short-temperedness was like a storm brewing, ready to unleash at any moment.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb or a word group, expressing a relation of place, time, circumstance, manner, cause, degree, etc.

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

interjection an abrupt remark, made especially as an aside or interruption

article a particular item or object, typically one of a specified type

• Please follow the rules and regulations as stated, but me no buts.
• I know you don't agree with the decision, but me no buts.
• I hear what you're saying, but me no buts, okay?
• You can try to argue your point, but me no buts will change my mind.

noun a person who is foolish or stupid

adjective describes someone who is foolish or stupid

• His dickheaded behavior at the meeting was completely unacceptable.
• I can't believe he pulled such a dickheaded move like that.
• He's always acting like a total dickhead.
• Her stubbornness made her come off as dickheaded in the negotiation.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

article a word that defines a noun as specific or unspecific

• In this organization, it’s important to follow the rules and regulations as it’s someone’s way or the highway.
• At the party, you can either play the game or leave because it’s someone’s way or the highway.
• If you don't like how we do things here, tough luck - it’s someone’s way or the highway.
• When it comes to decision-making, the boss always makes sure it’s someone’s way or the highway.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun in a sentence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• Please, get out of my sight immediately.
• Could you just get out of my sight for a minute?
• Hey, can you like, totally get out of my sight right now?
• Your negativity needs to get out of my sight before it affects me.

verb to engage in a verbal dispute or disagreement in order to resolve a conflict or reach a decision

• During the debate, the two candidates tried to argue out their differences in policy.
• Let's sit down and argue out who should do the dishes tonight.
• I'm tired of arguing out this issue with you, let's just drop it.
• Sometimes it's necessary to argue out your feelings in order to move on.

adjective Mean-spirited is an adjective that describes someone who is unkind, malicious, or spiteful in their actions or behavior.

• The editorial criticized the mean-spirited remarks made by the politician.
• I can't believe how mean-spirited some people can be.
• That comment was so mean-spirited, it really hurt my feelings.
• Her actions were like a mean-spirited stab in the back.

noun a word (or group of words) that is used to name a person, place, thing, quality, or action

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause

article a word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun

• I assure you, the decision was based purely on business reasons; it's nothing personal.
• Hey, I had to give the promotion to someone else, but it’s nothing personal.
• I didn't mean to offend you, it's just business - nothing personal.
• Sometimes life throws challenges our way, but remember, it's nothing personal in the grand scheme of things.

noun a sharp exchange of words or criticisms between two or more people

• During the debate, the two politicians continued to trade barbs about each other's policies.
• The siblings always trade barbs whenever they get together for family gatherings.
• The players on the opposing teams love to trade barbs on the field.
• The comedians on the show are known for their ability to trade barbs in a friendly and entertaining manner.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

article a word that specifies or limits a noun

• Having a cloud hanging over you can impact your productivity in the workplace.
• It's tough to have a cloud hanging over you when you're trying to enjoy a day off.
• I hate feeling like I have a cloud hanging over me all the time.
• When you have a cloud hanging over you, it can feel like everything is going wrong.

verb to improve a relationship or situation by being friendly or conciliatory

adjective pleasant or agreeable

• It is important to make nice with your colleagues to maintain a positive work environment.
• Let's make nice with the neighbors by inviting them over for a barbecue.
• I'm going to try to make nice with my ex and see if we can still be friends.
• The artist used different colors to make nice contrast in the painting.

noun a price

adjective small

• The benefits of this new technology far outweigh the costs, making the initial investment a small price to pay.
• Sure, it might be a bit expensive upfront, but in the long run it's a small price to pay for convenience.
• Yeah, it's a bit steep, but trust me, it's a small price to pay for quality.
• Losing a few hours of sleep to finish the project was a small price to pay for meeting the deadline.

verb to understand and share the feelings of another

• It is important for healthcare professionals to empathise with their patients to provide the best care possible.
• I can empathise with what you're going through, I've been there before.
• I totally get it, I can empathise with your situation.
• As a writer, I try to empathise with my characters to make them more relatable to readers.

verb to surpass or exceed in skill, ability, or strength

• The competitor's skills and experience outmatch those of his opponents.
• She completely outmatched her rival in the tennis match.
• There's no way you can outmatch me in this game.
• Her determination and perseverance outmatched any obstacles that came her way.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The police had to break it up when the protest turned violent.
• Hey guys, break it up! You're being too loud.
• I had to tell them to break it up because they were causing a scene.
• Sometimes you need to take a step back and break it up before things escalate.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, and in some languages extending to volume or numerical scope

• It is important to carefully choose which conflicts to engage in, so remember to pick your battles wisely.
• Hey, don't waste your energy on every argument - just pick your battles.
• Dude, don't sweat the small stuff. You gotta learn to pick your battles.
• Life is full of challenges, but it's crucial to prioritize and pick your battles to focus on what truly matters.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adjective a word naming an attribute of a noun, such as sweet, red, or technical

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• It is important to carefully choose the battles you fight and not make the hill you want to die on a trivial matter.
• Don't waste your energy on arguing about the hill you want to die on, it's not worth it.
• Why are you so stubborn about that issue? It's not the hill you want to die on.
• Sometimes it's better to let go of the hill you want to die on in order to focus on more important things.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

interjection a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion

• After losing the game, he decided to pick up his marbles and go home.
• If you can't handle losing, just pick up your marbles and go home.
• Don't be a sore loser, just pick up your marbles and go home.
• When faced with criticism, she chose to pick up her marbles and go home rather than confront the issue.

noun a state of agitation or irritation

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• She was in a snit after receiving the news of her demotion.
• Don't get yourself all worked up into a snit over such a small issue.
• She went into a snit when she found out her favorite band was not playing at the concert.
• The cat was in a snit after being disturbed during its nap.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• As a neutral party, we have no dog in this fight and will remain impartial.
• I don't have a dog in this fight, so I'm staying out of it.
• I ain't got no dog in this fight, so I'm not getting involved.
• Since I don't have a personal stake in this matter, I have no dog in this fight.

noun a severe or harsh scolding or criticism

verb to scold or criticize severely or harshly

• The CEO gave a tongue-lash to the employees for not meeting their targets.
• My mom will tongue-lash me if I don't clean my room before she gets home.
• The coach tongue-lashed the players for not giving their best during the game.
• The politician received a tongue-lash from the public for his controversial statements.

verb to remove the fangs or stinger from (an animal)

• The snake handler carefully defanged the venomous cobra before putting on a show for the audience.
• I had to defang my cat before taking it to the vet so they wouldn't get scratched.
• The hacker was able to defang the security system and gain access to sensitive information.
• The politician tried to defang the opposition's arguments by presenting strong counterpoints.

noun attitude - a settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically one that is reflected in a person's behavior

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• She tends to give someone attitude when she feels disrespected.
• Don't give me attitude just because you're in a bad mood.
• Why are you giving me attitude all of a sudden?
• His body language clearly showed that he was giving someone attitude.

noun a heated argument or disagreement, typically about a trivial issue

verb to argue or disagree over a trivial matter

• The two parties engaged in a heated quabble over the terms of the contract.
• I heard Sarah and Tom quabble about who should do the dishes last night.
• Why are you always quabbling with your siblings about such trivial matters?
• The constant quabble between heart and mind made it hard for her to make a decision.

noun Peshmerga refers to the Kurdish military forces in Iraq and other Kurdish regions. It can also be used to describe an individual member of this military group.

• The peshmerga forces have been instrumental in fighting against terrorism in the region.
• My cousin is a peshmerga fighter and he's really brave.
• Those peshmerga dudes are hardcore fighters, man.
• The peshmerga symbolize the unwavering spirit of resistance and determination.

noun a brutal and prolonged fight or contest

• The boxing match turned into a brutal slugfest between the two opponents.
• The fight escalated into a slugfest with punches being thrown left and right.
• It was a real slugfest out there, both fighters were giving it their all.
• The debate turned into a slugfest as each candidate tried to outdo the other with their arguments.

noun A group of people in a circular formation shooting at each other, often used metaphorically to describe a situation where individuals or groups within an organization are fighting or blaming each other instead of working together towards a common goal.

• The political party's infighting resembled a circular firing squad, with each member attacking the others.
• The team's argument turned into a circular firing squad, with everyone blaming each other.
• The group chat turned into a total circular firing squad, with everyone roasting each other.
• Their inability to work together resulted in a circular firing squad situation, where no progress could be made.

verb to behave in a way that shows you are not proud and that you are willing to do what someone else tells you to do

• It is considered inappropriate to abase oneself in front of others.
• I don't understand why he always feels the need to abase himself in front of his boss.
• She was so desperate for the job that she was willing to abase herself during the interview.
• In order to win the argument, he was willing to abase himself by admitting he was wrong.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, accusatory describes a tone or manner of making an accusation

• The lawyer's accusatory tone made the defendant nervous during the trial.
• Why are you being so accusatory towards me?
• Stop with the accusatory attitude, it's getting old.
• Her accusatory gaze felt like daggers piercing through me.

verb to acknowledge or admit the existence or truth of something

• Acknowing the receipt of the package, the company sent a confirmation email.
• I'm acknwoing that I received your message, thanks!
• Yo, I'm acknwoing that party last night was lit!
• Acknowing the importance of self-care is crucial for overall well-being.

adverb in a sharp and bitter manner

• The business partners parted ways acrimoniously after failing to reach a compromise.
• They argued acrimoniously about who should do the dishes.
• The siblings fought acrimoniously over the last slice of pizza.
• The debate ended acrimoniously, leaving a bitter taste in everyone's mouth.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to specify a noun as definite or indefinite

• The company decided to lay off employees and then to add insult to injury, they also cut their severance packages.
• First, my car broke down and then to add insult to injury, it started raining while I was waiting for a tow truck.
• I failed my math test and to add insult to injury, my teacher gave me extra homework as punishment.
• She was already feeling down about losing the competition, but to add insult to injury, her rival gloated about their victory.

noun A difference of opinion

• The board members had a difference of opinion regarding the new company policy.
• We all have a different opinion about where to go for lunch - just a difference of opinion.
• Me and my friend had a beef over something trivial - just a difference of opinion.
• In the world of art, there is often a difference of opinion on what constitutes true beauty.

verb to make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or disputed matter

• The judge will be adjudicating the case tomorrow in court.
• The referee is adjudicating the soccer match right now.
• I can't believe she's the one adjudicating the talent show.
• She has a way of adjudicating conflicts with grace and fairness.

noun the quality or state of being adverse; opposition or hostility

adjective adverse in nature; contrary or unfavorable

• The company faced great adverseness in the form of multiple lawsuits.
• Dealing with all this adverseness at work is really getting to me.
• I can't believe the amount of adverseness she had to deal with in that situation.
• In the journey of life, adverseness is just another stepping stone towards success.

noun a noisy quarrel or fight

verb to engage in a noisy quarrel or fight

• The police were called to break up the affray that broke out at the protest.
• There was a big affray at the party last night, things got out of hand.
• Did you hear about the affray between those two gangs? It was intense!
• The affray between the two political parties escalated quickly, leading to heated debates.

verb to offend or insult someone openly or intentionally

• She was affronted by his rude behavior at the gala.
• I could tell she was really affronted when he didn't show up to her party.
• He was totally affronted when she dissed his outfit.
• The decision to cut funding for the program was an affront to all those who had worked so hard on it.