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conflict vs counterpoint

counterpoint vs conflict

conflict and counterpoint both are nouns.

conflict and counterpoint both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
conflict Yes No Yes No
counterpoint Yes No Yes No
As verbs, counterpoint is a hypernym of conflict; that is, counterpoint is a word with a broader meaning than conflict:
  • conflict: be in conflict
  • counterpoint: to show differences when compared; be different
Other hypernyms of conflict include contrast.
conflict (noun) counterpoint (noun)
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
an incompatibility of dates or events
a disagreement or argument about something important
opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings
opposition in a work of drama or fiction between characters or forces (especially an opposition that motivates the development of the plot)
a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests
conflict (verb) counterpoint (verb)
go against, as of rules and laws write in counterpoint
be in conflict to show differences when compared; be different
Difference between conflict and counterpoint

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