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Animosity
Hostility or enmity; a strong feeling of dislike that leads to active opposition.
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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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Similar in meaning to 'enmity' or 'hostility'.
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Animosity implies deep-seated, often mutual hostility that can endure over time; it is stronger than ordinary dislike.
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Other Forms
animositiesnoun
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Note
Do not confuse with 'amity' (friendship). Animosity denotes active hostility or bitter resentment.
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Examples
- There was obvious animosity between the two rival families.
- The players' animosity toward each other was evident after the foul.
Synonyms
hostilityenmityantipathybitternessrancor
Antonyms
amityfriendlinessaffection
Etymology
From Latin animositas 'spirit; temper', from animus 'mind, soul'. The word entered English via Old French animosité.
Mnemonic
Mnemonic: Animus is the root; add -osity to create the noun describing the state of having an animus toward others.
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Enmity
nounHostility; deep-seated ill will or animosity between individuals or groups.
Rancor
nounLong-lasting, bitter resentment or ill will toward someone, often persisting over time.
Amity
nounHarmony or friendliness in relationships; goodwill between people or nations.
Abasement
nounThe act or instance of humiliating or degrading someone; the state of being lowered in dignity or status.
Absurdity
nounThe quality or state of being wildly unreasonable, illogical, or ridiculous; something that is completely contrary to reason or common sense.
Accent
nounA distinctive way of pronouncing words; the act of emphasizing a syllable or word (as a verb, to accent means to emphasize).
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