Confrontation
/kənˌfrʌnˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A face-to-face meeting or encounter, often implying opposition or conflict.
The confrontation between the two parties escalated quickly.
- (n.) In law, the right to challenge witnesses against oneself, especially in criminal trials.
The defendant exercised the right of confrontation to cross-examine the witness.
Forms
- confrontations
Related terms
Commentary
In legal contexts, 'confrontation' often specifically refers to the constitutional right allowing a defendant to cross-examine witnesses, highlighting the adversarial nature of trials.
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