internal conflict
An 'internal conflict' is a psychological struggle within a person, often used in literature to add depth to characters.
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Definition
B2Psychology
(general)A mental struggle involving opposing emotions, desires, or thoughts within an individual.
Example
- She faced an internal conflict about whether to follow her dreams or support her family.
C1Literature
(literary theory)A character's psychological struggle arising from competing demands or impulses.
Example
- The protagonist's internal conflict added depth to the story, revealing his moral dilemmas.
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