contretemps | Amarkosh

Meaning of word contretemps from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : An awkward clash.

Example : He tried to smooth over his contretemps with the policeman.

insistence (noun)
Continual and persistent demands.

grow (verb)
Pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute. Become.

salute (noun)
An act of honor or courteous recognition.

bengali (noun)
(Hinduism) a member of a people living in Bangladesh and West Bengal (mainly Hindus).

telugu (noun)
A member of the people in southeastern India (Andhra Pradesh) who speak the Telugu language.

cowpen daisy (noun)
Coarse greyish-green annual yellow-flowered herb. Southwestern United States to Mexico.

politics (noun)
Social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power.

enjoy (verb)
Derive or receive pleasure from. Get enjoyment from. Take pleasure in.

trump card (noun)
A playing card in the suit that has been declared trumps.

signalize (verb)
Provide with traffic signals.