Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

collide

verb
/kəˈlaɪd/
Definition
To come into conflict or crash into something forcefully.
Examples
  • The cars collided at the intersection.
  • Ideas may sometimes collide in a debate.
  • When the two teams collide on the field, it’s always an exciting match.
Meaning
The act of two or more objects hitting each other with significant force, or when ideas or opinions clash.
Synonyms
  • bump
  • crash
  • hit
  • clash
  • impact