1. of, relating to, or involving a confrontation or direct meeting face-to-face
Usage: rare or technical usage; often used in academic or formal contexts

Examples

• The confrontal approach to conflict resolution requires both parties to meet directly.
• A confrontal discussion between the two leaders helped clarify their positions.
• The therapist recommended a confrontal method rather than avoiding the issue.
• Their confrontal style of negotiation sometimes made others uncomfortable.