تضارب
A situation in which two or more things are inconsistent, incompatible, or in opposition. Frequently used in 'conflict of interest'.
Examples
3 of 5حدث تضارب بين موعد الاجتماع وموعد سفري.
A conflict occurred between the meeting time and my travel time.
يجب تجنب تضارب المصالح في العمل الحكومي.
Conflict of interest must be avoided in government work.
كلامك فيه تضارب كبير.
Your words have a big contradiction/conflict.
Word Family
Memory Tip
From 'Daraba' (to hit). Tadharub is when things 'hit' against each other.
Quick Quiz
يؤدي ___ المصالح إلى مشاكل قانونية.
Correct!
The correct answer is: تضارب
Examples
حدث تضارب بين موعد الاجتماع وموعد سفري.
everydayA conflict occurred between the meeting time and my travel time.
يجب تجنب تضارب المصالح في العمل الحكومي.
formalConflict of interest must be avoided in government work.
كلامك فيه تضارب كبير.
informalYour words have a big contradiction/conflict.
أشار الباحث إلى تضارب النتائج في الدراسات السابقة.
academicThe researcher pointed to the conflict/inconsistency of results in previous studies.
أدى تضارب البيانات إلى اتخاذ قرار خاطئ.
businessConflicting data led to making a wrong decision.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
بدون تضارب
Without conflict
تضارب حاد
Sharp conflict
منع تضارب المصالح
Prevention of conflict of interest
Often Confused With
Tanaqud is a logical contradiction; Tadharub is more of a practical clash or inconsistency.
Usage Notes
Use this word when discussing differing viewpoints or ethical issues in IELTS Task 2.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'Ikhtilaf' (difference) when 'Tadharub' (clash/conflict) is more accurate.
Memory Tip
From 'Daraba' (to hit). Tadharub is when things 'hit' against each other.
Word Origin
From the root (d-r-b) meaning to strike.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
يؤدي ___ المصالح إلى مشاكل قانونية.
Correct!
The correct answer is: تضارب
Related Vocabulary
More general words
عاقبة
B1A result or effect of an action or condition, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.
عَقَبَة
B2A hurdle or obstacle that prevents progress or makes it difficult. Often used in TOEFL to describe challenges in scientific research or historical progress.
يحقق
B1To achieve a goal, to realize an ambition, or to investigate a matter. In academic Arabic, it is frequently used to discuss reaching results or fulfilling objectives.
تحقيق
B1The act of achieving a goal, or a systematic investigation to establish facts (like a police investigation or research inquiry).
اقتناء
B2The act of acquiring or possessing something, often used for valuable items like books, art, or property.
نشاط
B1A thing that you do for interest, enjoyment, or to achieve a particular goal. It also refers to the state of being active or having energy.
إضافي
B1More than what is usual, expected, or existing; extra.
إضافة
B1The action or process of adding something to something else. It can also refer to the thing that is added to improve or increase something.
أدوات
B1Implements or devices used to perform a particular function. It can refer to physical tools or digital/abstract resources.
اكتسب
B1To obtain or acquire a skill, quality, or asset; to gain something through effort or experience.
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