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The two rivals spoke with animosity.
What does Animosity mean?
Animosity means strong dislike or hostility.
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Strong dislike, anger, or hostility toward someone or something.
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The coach tried to reduce animosity between the teams.
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The story showed how old animosity can make forgiveness difficult.
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WordAnimosity.
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MeaningAnimosity means strong dislike or hostility.
ExampleExample: The two rivals spoke with animosity.
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- Syllables
- an · uh · mos · uh · tee
- Strongest beat
- mos
- Ending
- tee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on mos.
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Synonyms
Words like Animosity
hostilityUse for unfriendly or aggressive feelings.
resentmentUse for anger caused by feeling treated unfairly.
Antonyms
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friendshipUse when people feel warmth and trust.
goodwillUse when people show friendly or helpful feelings.
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animosity
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animosities
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