War and Conflict
Definition
War and conflict refer to a state of open, often prolonged fighting between nations, states, groups, etc., typically involving violence, destruction, and loss of life.
Analogy
Imagine two siblings fighting over the last piece of cake. They argue (conflict), throw punches (war), break dishes (destruction), until one gets hurt or gives up. This is similar to how countries behave during wars and conflicts - just on a much larger scale with more serious consequences.
Related terms
Armed Conflict: A contested incompatibility which concerns government or territory where the use of armed force between two parties results in at least 25 battle-related deaths.
Civil War: A war between citizens of the same country.
Genocide: The deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular ethnic group or nation.
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