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Hostility

Description:

Hostility refers to a state of extreme unfriendliness, antagonism, or opposition towards someone or something.

Sample sentences:

1. The two countries had a long history of hostility towards each other.
2. There was an air of hostility between the rival teams during the match.
3. He faced hostility from his colleagues after sharing his unpopular opinion.
4. The hostile atmosphere made it difficult for any peaceful negotiations to take place.

Parts of Speech and Usages:

Noun:

1. Open aggression or resistance towards someone.
2. A state of intense animosity or opposition.
3. A feeling or collective behavior that exhibits strong opposition or unfriendliness.

Adjective:

1. Showing or expressing hostility; unfriendly or aggressive.
2. Characterized by animosity or antagonism.

Related forms:

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