Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-battle-of-wills
phrase
/ə ˈbætl əv wɪlz/
Definition
A confrontation or struggle where two parties are determined to achieve their desires, often involving resistance and perseverance.
Examples
- During the negotiation, it turned into a battle of wills between the two leaders.
- Every time they discussed the project, it felt like a battle of wills over the direction it should take.
- Siblings often engage in a battle of wills when deciding on which movie to watch.
Meaning
The term describes a situation in which two or more individuals or groups refuse to compromise, each determined to uphold their own perspective or desires.
Synonyms
- struggle for power
- contest of determination
- standoff
- confrontation
