animosity

noun
UK: /ˌænɪˈmɒsɪti/
US: /ˌænɪˈmɑːsɪti/

  1. A strong feeling of dislike or hatred.

    1. There is animosity between them because of the argument, and now they barely talk. [ ] [ ]
    2. The animosity between the two politicians was evident during the heated debate concerning healthcare reform. [ ] [ ]

  2. Active hostility; a deep-seated resentment.

    1. I felt animosity toward him after he stole my money, it wasn't right at all. [ ] [ ]
    2. Years of suppressed animosity erupted during the board meeting when employees voiced grievances. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

ill will hostility enmity rancor antipathy

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "animosity" in English means: A strong feeling of dislike or hatred., Active hostility; a deep-seated resentment..

The phonetic transcription of "animosity" is /ˌænɪˈmɒsɪti/ in British English and /ˌænɪˈmɑːsɪti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "animosity": ill will, hostility, enmity, rancor, antipathy.

Example usage of "animosity": "There is animosity between them because of the argument, and now they barely talk.". More examples on the page.