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an·tag·o·nism
 antagonism
- pronunciation:
- aen
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a state of being opposed; hostility.
There had always been antagonism between the two men, so few were surprised that they had finally come to blows.The issue of the property line sparked antagonism between the neighbors.- synonyms:
- animosity, animus, antipathy, enmity, hostility, ill will, inimicality
- antonyms:
- comity, rapport
- similar words:
- conflict, contention, contrariety, detestation, discord, friction, hatred, opposition, rivalry, strife, war
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| definition 2: |
an opposing force, attitude, or principle.
There is always some antagonism toward radical ideas.- synonyms:
- opposition
- similar words:
- animosity, competition, contrariety, hostility
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| related words: |
animus, antipathy, aversion, breach, difference, feud, malice |
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