cross-purposes

Noun

Meaning

cross-purposes

plural of cross-purpose

cross-purposes (uncountable)

(dated) A conversational game, in which questions and answers are made so as to involve ludicrous combinations of ideas.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

conflict contraindication atmospherics Mexican standoff

Antonyms

juncture

Examples

But these programs often work at cross-purposes with federal price-support incentives to produce corn and other commodities. Source: Internet

Empathy then, becomes unnecessary, and/or at cross-purposes to their needs. Source: Internet

I’m not claiming that the two goals are working at cross-purposes. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

cross-promote cross-promotion cross-purpose cross-quantilogram cross-quarter day cross-quarters