altercation
noun | /altercation/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
a noisy or angry argument
altercation
noun | /altercation/
Essential WordsMEDIUMa noisy or angry argument
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Synonyms
quarreldisputestrifefrictiondisagreement
Antonyms
agreementconsensus
Examples
"The altercation outside the bar attracted police attention."
"A misunderstanding quickly escalated into an altercation between neighbours."
Mnemonic Trick
Mnemonic: alter (other) → clash over differences
Etymology
from Latin altercatio “dispute”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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