internal conflict
/ɪnˈtɜrnəl kənˈflɪkt/ · in.tern.al.con.flict
noun
- A struggle within oneself, often involving conflicting emotions, values, or desires. Her internal conflict about quitting her job led to a period of self-doubt and indecision.
- A state of turmoil or unrest within an individual or group, often resulting from conflicting opinions or values. The internal conflict within the company led to a series of heated debates and power struggles.
verb
- To experience or struggle with internal conflict. She struggled to internal conflict about her decision to leave the company.
Synonyms
inner turmoilemotional strugglemoral dilemmaself-doubtinner conflictpersonal struggleinner turmoilpsychological struggle
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of internal conflict has been explored in literature and psychology for centuries, with notable examples including Shakespeare's Hamlet and Freud's psychoanalytic theories.