An altercation is a heated argument or disagreement between two or more people. It can also refer to a physical confrontation, such as a fight or scuffle.
Usage examples
The police were called to break up an altercation between two neighbors over a disputed parking spot.
The school principal had to intervene in an altercation between two students who were arguing in the hallway.
The two colleagues engaged in a heated altercation during a team meeting, which disrupted the entire discussion.
The couple's romantic dinner turned into a loud altercation when they began arguing about their future plans.
In a bar fight, one person provoked an altercation by insulting another patron, resulting in a chaotic brawl.
Sergio Aguero gets in altercation with fan after third - tier Wigan topple Manchester City in FA Cup (sbnation.com)
A statement from Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said: «Just prior to the full time whistle, police were made aware of a physical altercation between supporters of both sides. (squawka.com)
He must avoid impact activities and any risk of physical altercations with suspects, which restricts him from participation in front - line policing duties. (bc-injury-law.com)