English Dictionary
Definition hostility in British English
hostility
noun
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noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/hɒˈstɪləti/
1
opposition to something
Example
There is always some hostility to new technology.
Synonyms and related words
2
unfriendly or threatening behaviour or feelings towards someone
Example
The UN is demanding an immediate cessation of hostilities.
Example
Anti-war demonstrations continued after the outbreak of hostilities.
Example
the likelihood of renewed hostilities between the two countries
