Workplace Conflict Vocabulary

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 a vulgar slang term used to describe a contemptible or despicable person

• The individual exhibited inappropriate behavior and was referred to as an asshole.
• I can't believe that asshole cut me off in traffic!
• That asshole is always causing trouble.
• Dealing with that difficult client is like navigating a minefield with an asshole.

noun a statement that a situation is unsatisfactory or unacceptable

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• The customer lodged a formal complaint with the company regarding the faulty product.
• She's always complaining about the long hours at work.
• Stop whining and just deal with it.
• His constant complaints were like nails on a chalkboard.

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.

adjective feeling or showing bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly

• She couldn't hide her resentful feelings towards her colleague who took credit for her work.
• He felt resentful when his friend forgot his birthday.
• She was so resentful about not getting invited to the party.
• The storm clouds gathered overhead, casting a resentful shadow over the town.

noun a remark or action that is unpleasant or offensive

adjective unpleasant or offensive in nature

• The meeting was going smoothly until John brought up an unpleasantry from the previous quarter.
• I don't want to talk about that unpleasantry with her, it's just too awkward.
• I can't believe he started that unpleasantry with her, what a jerk.
• The unpleasantry between them was like a dark cloud hanging over the room.