Appearance
Use device theme  
Dark theme
Light theme

What does altercation mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word altercation? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. Warm contention in words; dispute carried on with heat or anger; controversy; wrangle; verbal contest.
Find more words!
Use * for blank tiles (max 2) Advanced Search Advanced Search
Use * for blank spaces Advanced Search
Advanced Word Finder
Similar Words
Examples
Now what about in an altercation like a pub brawl or a street brawl where someone is bitten?
The group became involved in a verbal altercation with another group of younger males and a fist fight ensued.
There was a bit of an altercation at the weekend's Association Football match between Manchester United and Arsenal.
There was an altercation outside between a fellow who had parked illegally and a traffic warden.
Having been booked earlier for an altercation with McMillan, the tricky winger was sent off.
Robredo's game is getting increasingly ragged and he still appears to be upset by his altercation with the umpire.

See Also

Nearby Definitions
11-letter Words Starting With
Find Definitions
go
Word Tools Finders & Helpers Apps More Synonyms
Copyright WordHippo © 2024