antagonism

Word parts

antagon + -ism

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ænˈtæɡənɪzəm/

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Noun

Singular antagonism

Plural antagonisms

1. (countable & uncountable) Antagonism is strong dislike or opposition between people or groups.

   The two politicians showed open antagonism toward each other.

   The ongoing antagonisms between the rival teams made the match intense.

Related words

• antagonist
• antagonize
• antagonistic