Enemistad (en. Enmity)

/e.ne.mis.tad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
State of being estranged from someone.
The enmity between the two teams was evident in the atmosphere of the match.
La enemistad entre los dos equipos se notaba en el ambiente del partido.
Feeling of hatred or resentment towards another person.
The enmity he felt towards his rival was evident.
La enemistad que sentía hacia su rival era evidente.
Prolonged conflict or disputes between two parties.
Their enmity has lasted more than a decade.
Su enemistad ha durado más de una década.

Etymology

From Latin 'inimicitatem', meaning hostility or enmity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have enmity
Maintaining a hostile relationship with someone.
tener enemistad
to be an enemy of someone
Being in a position of enmity with a person.
ser enemigo de alguien
to put an end to the enmity
Resolving a conflict and ceasing to be enemies.
acabar con la enemistad

Related Words

enemy
A person who has enmity or hostility towards another.
enemigo
rivalry
A relationship of competition or conflict between two or more people.
rivalidad
conflict
A situation in which there are disagreements or discrepancies.
conflicto

Slang Meanings

Strong or intense enmity.
The enmity between the two is so serious that they don't even talk.
La enemistad entre los dos es tan seria que ni se hablan.
Rivalry in the street or among groups.
Neighborhood enmity is common here.
La enemistad de barrio es algo común aquí.