Antipathy

/ænˈtɪpəθi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A deep-seated feeling of aversion or dislike.

Her antipathy towards the loud music made it difficult for her to enjoy the party.

A strong hostility or opposition to something.

There was a mutual antipathy between the two rival teams that was evident throughout the match.

An intense aversion or distaste for someone or something.

His antipathy for injustice drove him to become an activist.

From Greek 'antipathes', meaning 'against suffering'.

Mutual antipathy

A reciprocal feeling of dislike between two parties.

Antipathy towards

A strong dislike directed at a specific person or thing.

Feelings of antipathy

Emotions that stem from strong aversion or hostility.

aversion

A strong dislike or disinclination.

animosity

Strong hostility.

enmity

The state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something.

Bad vibes

I get bad vibes from him; there's definitely some antipathy.

Cold shoulder

She gave him the cold shoulder; her antipathy was obvious.