Animosity
Hostility or enmity; a strong feeling of dislike that leads to active opposition.
nounAnimosity
Hostility or enmity; a strong feeling of dislike that leads to active opposition.
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Imagine This
In the Animal City there is lots of screaming and yelling because most animals have strong hostilities and dislikes toward one another (particularly if they are of different species) because, after all, they are wild animals.
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Sounds Like
AN-uh-MOS-i-tee
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Looks Like
Similar in meaning to 'enmity' or 'hostility'.
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Remember This
Animosity implies deep-seated, often mutual hostility that can endure over time; it is stronger than ordinary dislike.
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Other Forms
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Note
Do not confuse with 'amity' (friendship). Animosity denotes active hostility or bitter resentment.