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friction

noun

/ˈfrɪkʃən/

Meaning

the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups

There was friction between the two departments over resource allocation.

cause friction

resistance, conflict, tension, discord, rubbing

harmony, agreement, smoothness

create friction, cause friction, reduce friction, social friction

The action or process of investing money for profit or material result.

A group of people appointed for a specific function by a larger group.

The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution

The act of changing or correcting something again to make it suitable or balanced.

Courage in pain or adversity.

a weapon that shoots bullets or other projectiles