confront
/kənˈfrʌnt/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3576 in the learning path
面对；正视
Definitions
v. To face and deal with a difficult situation or problem.
面对；正视
v. To challenge someone directly about something they have done.
当面对质；质问
Example
She finally confronted her fear and entered the swimming pool.
她终于直面恐惧，走进了游泳池。
Cities must confront the challenges of an ageing population by improving housing, healthcare, and public transport.
城市必须通过改善住房、医疗和公共交通来应对人口老龄化的挑战。
Collocations
- confront a problem
- be confronted with
- confront someone about something
Word family
- confrontation (n.)
- confrontational (adj.)
Synonyms
- face
Antonyms
- avoid
Usage tip
直接接问题；be confronted with表示面临。
FAQ
- What does confront mean?
- To face and deal with a difficult situation or problem. To challenge someone directly about something they have done.
- How is confront pronounced?
- UK /kənˈfrʌnt/, US /kənˈfrʌnt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
