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conflicted

kuhn-FLIHK-tihd

Conflicted (adj) means feeling torn between two opposing feelings or choices. Example: “She felt conflicted about accepting the job offer.”

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Feeling torn between two opposing feelings or choices.

"She felt conflicted about accepting the job offer."

"He was conflicted between loyalty to his friend and telling the truth."

How to use conflicted

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In plain EnglishTorn between two opposing feelings, loyalties, or decisions.

Common pairings

feel conflicted deeply conflicted

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

more conflicted comparative, most conflicted superlative

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Synonyms

ambivalent

Related words

ambivalent

Rhymes for conflicted

addicted predicted afflicted restricted unrestricted contradicted

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Frequently asked questions

What does “conflicted” mean?

The word “conflicted” means feeling torn between two opposing feelings or choices. In plain terms, torn between two opposing feelings, loyalties, or decisions.

How do you pronounce “conflicted”?

“Conflicted” is pronounced kuhn-FLIHK-tihd (/kənˈflɪktɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “conflicted” in a sentence?

Here is “conflicted” used in a sentence: “She felt conflicted about accepting the job offer.”

What is another word for “conflicted”?

Words with a similar meaning to “conflicted” include ambivalent.

What part of speech is “conflicted”?

“Conflicted” is an adjective.

Is “conflicted” a common word?

“Conflicted” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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