confrontation

noun

1. 1

   a focussed comparison; bringing together for a careful comparison

2. 2

   the act of hostile groups opposing each other

   the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions

   the invaders encountered stiff opposition

3. 3

   a hostile disagreement face-to-face

4. 4

   discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions

5. 5

   a bold challenge