Meaning & use
antagonism
Active hostility or opposition between people, groups, or forces.
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Years of border disputes left a deep antagonism between the two neighboring towns.
Her blunt criticism in the meeting sparked open antagonism among the team members.
A note on using this word
Antagonism suggests an active, often mutual clash, whereas 'animosity' can describe one-sided ill will that never surfaces openly.
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