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    Hostiles (en. Hostile)

    /osˈtilez/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That which is adverse or has intentions of harm.
    Hostile climates can hinder life in certain regions.
    Los climas hostiles pueden dificultar la vida en ciertas regiones.
    That which shows a belligerent attitude.
    The tone of the conversation became hostile when they started to argue about the topic.
    El tono de la conversación se volvió hostil cuando empezaron a discutir sobre el tema.
    Related to an enemy or adversary.
    The hostile territory did not easily welcome travelers.
    El territorio hostil no acogía a los viajeros fácilmente.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'hostilis', which means 'belonging to the enemy'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hostile attitude
    Behavior or attitude that shows antagonism.
    actitud hostil
    hostile territory
    Area or place where there is risk due to opposition or threats.
    territorio hostil
    hostile relations
    Links or interactions that are diametrically opposed or confrontational.
    relaciones hostiles

    Related Words

    hostility
    State of being hostile.
    hostilidad
    enemy
    A person who opposes or holds a grudge.
    inimigo
    bellicism
    Tendency to resolve conflicts through war.
    belicismo

    Slang Meanings

    Derogatory towards someone considered an adversary.
    That group has a very hostile attitude towards everything they dislike.
    Ese grupo tiene una actitud muy hostil hacia todo lo que no les gusta.
    Refers to a difficult or dangerous environment.
    The neighborhood has a hostile reputation.
    El barrio tiene una reputación hostil.