conflicted

[kuhn-flik-tid]

adjective

1. full of conflicting conflicting emotions or impulses.

   a situation that makes one feel very conflicted.

Word History and Origins

Origin of conflicted¹

conflict + -ed ²

Example Sentences

The chatbots also appeared conflicted about what role to play, shifting between acting like medical encyclopedias, life coaches and supportive friends.

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“Thank you for saving me. I was … conflicted for a second. But not anymore.”

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Many of my adult friends felt conflicted—both wanting greater freedom for their children and fearing for their safety as they fought to integrate American society.

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It made me realise that bystanders can feel incredibly conflicted about taking action.

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Gold and the stock market have been enjoying simultaneous bull runs, perhaps pointing to conflicted sentiment among investors.

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Related Words

• differ 
• disagree 
• disturb 
• vary