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an·tag·o·nism

antagonism

 
pronunciation:
aen tae g nih zm
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part of speech: noun
definition: a state of being enemies, or a strong feeling against someone or something.
Their antagonism made the rest of the group uncomfortable.
synonyms:
animosity, hostility, ill will
similar words:
conflict, discord, friction, hatred, opposition
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