직면(直面)하다
To meet or face someone or something (especially a problem, difficulty, or opponent) directly, often with determination or hostility.
예문:
"The CEO decided to confront the rumors head-on during the press conference."
"We must confront the challenges of climate change before it is too late."
"She confronted her fear of public speaking by signing up for a debate club."
들이대다
To present someone with evidence or accusations, forcing them to acknowledge or deal with it. (Often used in the structure 'confront X with Y').
예문:
"The detective confronted the suspect with inconsistencies in his alibi."
"The lawyer demanded to confront the witness with the newly discovered documents."
"During the mediation, the manager confronted the employee with the performance review data."
닥쳐오다
(Usually passive) To be faced with a difficult situation, problem, or reality that must be addressed.
예문:
"Upon entering the abandoned house, they were confronted with a scene of utter devastation."
"The new administration is confronted by severe economic instability."
"Every generation is confronted with unique moral dilemmas concerning technology."
대조(對照)하다
To compare or set two things side by side, especially for examination or contrast.
예문:
"Historians often confront primary source documents with secondary analyses to verify facts."
"We must confront the initial hypothesis with the actual experimental data."
"The editor confronted the two drafts to check for discrepancies in style."