confronting
adjectiveUK /kənˈfrʌntɪŋ/
US /kənˈfrʌntɪŋ/
Making you feel scared or upset because it is hard to deal with.
The movie had some confronting scenes about war.
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2. Facing someone or something in a brave or direct way.
She was confronting her fear of heights by climbing the tower.
3. Coming face to face with a problem or situation.
The team is confronting a big drop in sales this year.
4. Standing in front of someone in a challenging way.
The angry dog was confronting the stranger at the gate.