C1noun 2K

Clash

🇬🇧 UK /["/klæʃ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/klæʃ/"]/

Meaning of Clash

a short fight between two groups of people

In simple words: to hit or come into conflict with something or someone

Clash in a sentence

• There was a significant clash between the two rival factions during the protest.
• The clash of ideas led to a productive discussion in the seminar.
• The musician's aggressive style seems to clash with the soft melodies of the orchestra.
• In the game, there's a major clash at the end where the heroes confront the villain.
• During the clash, both sides suffered heavy losses and were forced to retreat.

How to use Clash

Use 'clash' when describing conflicts or something that does not match well. It is not appropriate for formal settings when discussing disagreements; consider using 'disagreement' instead.

Grammar pattern

clash + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'cash' — imagine cash colliding in a fight over money!

Related words

Collocations with Clash

• angry
• bitter
• fierce
• lead to
• provoke
• avoid
• break out
• erupt
• occur
• in a/​the clash
• clash between
• clash of
• a clash of cultures
• a clash of interests
• a clash of wills
• angry
• bitter
• fierce
• lead to
• provoke
• avoid
• break out
• erupt
• occur
• in a/​the clash
• clash between
• clash of
• a clash of cultures
• a clash of interests
• a clash of wills
• angry
• bitter
• fierce
• lead to
• provoke
• avoid
• break out
• erupt
• occur
• in a/​the clash
• clash between
• clash of
• a clash of cultures
• a clash of interests
• a clash of wills

Synonyms for Clash

• conflict
• conflict

Opposites of Clash

• agree
• align
• unite

Common mistakes with Clash

• Confused with 'crash' (a collision) and 'clash' (a conflict).
• Using 'clash' incorrectly in formal writing.
• Saying 'clash with' and forgetting to include the object.

Frequently asked questions about Clash

What does Clash mean?

to hit or come into conflict with something or someone

What is the definition of Clash?

a short fight between two groups of people

How do you use Clash in a sentence?

There was a significant clash between the two rival factions during the protest.

Can you give another example of Clash?

The clash of ideas led to a productive discussion in the seminar.

What are synonyms for Clash?

Common alternatives include conflict, conflict.

What is the opposite of Clash?

Opposite meanings include agree, align, unite.

What words go with Clash?

It commonly pairs with angry, bitter, fierce, lead to, provoke, avoid, break out, erupt, occur, in a/​the clash, clash between, clash of, a clash of cultures, a clash of interests, a clash of wills, angry, bitter, fierce, lead to, provoke, avoid, break out, erupt, occur, in a/​the clash, clash between, clash of, a clash of cultures, a clash of interests, a clash of wills, angry, bitter, fierce, lead to, provoke, avoid, break out, erupt, occur, in a/​the clash, clash between, clash of, a clash of cultures, a clash of interests, a clash of wills.

What are common mistakes when using Clash?

Confused with 'crash' (a collision) and 'clash' (a conflict). Using 'clash' incorrectly in formal writing. Saying 'clash with' and forgetting to include the object.

How do you pronounce Clash?

US: /["/klæʃ/"]/, UK: /["/klæʃ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Clash?

Use 'clash' when describing conflicts or something that does not match well. It is not appropriate for formal settings when discussing disagreements; consider using 'disagreement' instead.

What CEFR level is Clash?

"Clash" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.