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Definition antagonism in American English

antagonism noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ænˈtæɡəˌnɪzəm/
1

a strong feeling of disliking someone, usually a feeling that has existed for a long time

Example

the growing antagonism between the two groups

Example

It was difficult to explain their antagonism toward strangers.

Synonyms and related words
hatred dislike contempt
2

opposition to something such as an idea or proposal

Synonyms and related words
pushback opposition disagreement
Definition antagonism in American English