Hostility

/hɒˈstɪl.ɪ.ti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Unfriendliness or opposition towards someone or something.

The hostility between the two rival factions escalated into open conflict.

An act of aggression or warlike behavior.

The hostility displayed by the invaders shocked the peaceful community.

A feeling of enmity or resentment.

There was a palpable hostility in the air during the debate.

The state of being hostile.

His hostility towards authority figures made it difficult for him to keep a job.

Derived from Middle French 'hostilité', from Latin 'hostilitas', from 'hostis', meaning 'enemy'.

hostility towards

A feeling of strong dislike or opposition toward someone or something.

declare hostilities

To officially start a conflict or war.

hostile

Showing or feeling opposition or dislike; unfriendly.

enemy

A person who is actively opposed or hostile to someone or something.

Bad vibes

There were bad vibes in the room, like everyone was showing hostility.

Throwing shade

She was throwing shade at him during the meeting, full of hostility.