Definition antagonism in British English

antagonism noun

[countable/uncountable] noun

/ænˈtæɡəˌnɪz(ə)m/

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 towards strangers.

Synonyms and related words

hatred dislike contempt

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opposition to something such as an idea or proposal

Synonyms and related words

pushback opposition disagreement

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