Essence:
disagreement, differences, contradiction
Contextual definition
situation with incompatible goals, cognitions, or emotions (within or between individuals/groups) leading towards opposition or antagonistic interaction.
SYNONYMS for conflict
differ, disagree, disturb, vary, brawl, clash, collide, combat, contend, contest, disaccord, jar, mismatch, interfere, fight, disharmonize, discord, oppose, romp, scrap slug, strive, struggle tangle, bump heads with, cross swords with, run against
CONTRARIES to conflict
tide, square off with peace, truce, agreement, calm, harmony, surrender, accord, concord, stability
The Resolution of Conflict
Expressing the need
Finding out if the need can or cannot be met
IF yet (there is a solution)
IF no (NO: negotiate/manage the conflict)
If a conflict is hard to solve, you may need help, involving a neutral third party to help you mediate the dispute.