Synonyms of animosity
5 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for animosity is enmity. Other synonyms of animosity are acrimony, animus, hatred and opposition. The opposite of animosity is peace.
Synonyms and similar words for animosity
nounViolent hatred leading to active opposition; active enmity; energetic dislike.
- enmityA state or feeling of opposition, hostility, hatred or animosity.
- hatredA strong aversion; an intense dislike.
- opposition
- acrimonyA sharp and bitter hatred.
- animusA feeling of enmity, animosity or ill will.
Opposite of animosity
nounMore antonyms
Meaning of animosity
- noun Violent hatred leading to active opposition; active enmity; energetic dislike.
animosity in other languages
Questions about synonyms of animosity
- What is another word for animosity?
- Animosity has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as enmity, acrimony, animus, hatred and opposition.
- What is the opposite of animosity?
- The opposite of animosity is peace.
- What does animosity mean?
- Animosity means violent hatred leading to active opposition; active enmity; energetic dislike.
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