Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
confront-a-situation
verb phrase
/kənˈfrʌnt ə sɪˈtʃueɪʃən/
Definition
To face a difficult or challenging situation directly and with determination.
Examples
- When faced with the team’s poor results, the coach chose to confront the situation head-on by discussing it with the players.
- She knew she had to confront the situation with her coworker to resolve the ongoing conflict.
Meaning
Confronting a situation involves not avoiding or ignoring the issue at hand, but rather addressing it openly and honestly.
Synonyms
- Face a challenge
- Address an issue
- Tackle a problem
- Meet a challenge
