Altercation

Pronunciation:ˌɔːltərˈkeɪʃən
EN→ZH

Quick Translations

  • 争吵
  • 争执

Definitions

noun

Definition

A heated or angry dispute; noisy argument or controversy.

In ZH

激烈或愤怒的争论；喧闹的争吵或争议。

Examples

  • The altercation between the two neighbors escalated into a physical fight.
  • During the meeting, there was an altercation over the budget proposal.
  • They had a brief altercation in the parking lot, but it was resolved quickly.

Cultural Notes

In many cultures, confrontational discussions can lead to a loss of face, hence people often try to resolve disputes in a more formal or mediated way.

verb

Definition

To engage in an altercation; to argue.

In ZH

进行争吵；争论。

Examples

  • They often altercate over trivial matters.
  • The students were altering over who would present first.
  • It's not advisable to altercate in public as it may attract unwanted attention.

Cultural Notes

Although 'altercation' mainly refers to verbal disputes, in some contexts, it can imply a situation that escalates to physical conflict.