Synonyms of enmity
11 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for enmity is hostility. Other synonyms of enmity are animosity, antipathy, rancor, animus and antagonism. The opposite of enmity is amity.
Synonyms and similar words for enmity
nounMore synonyms
- animosityViolent hatred leading to active opposition; active enmity; energetic dislike.
- animusA feeling of enmity, animosity or ill will.
- antagonismA strong natural dislike or hatred; antipathy.
- antipathyOften followed by against, between, for, or to: a (deep) feeling of dislike or repugnance, normally towards a person...
- enemyhoodSynonym of enemyship.
- enemynessThe quality of being an enemy; enmity.
- enemyshipThe state or condition of being an enemy or enemies.
- fiendshipThe state, quality, or condition of being a fiend.
- foeshipEnmity.
- hostilityThe state of being hostile.
- rancorA feeling of long-lasting ire for another, sometimes to the point of hatred, over a perceived wrongdoing; bitterness.
Opposite of enmity
nounMore antonyms
- amityFriendship; friendliness.
Meaning of enmity
- noun The quality of being an enemy; a hostile or unfriendly disposition.
- noun A state or feeling of opposition, hostility, hatred or animosity.
enmity in other languages
Questions about synonyms of enmity
- What is another word for enmity?
- Enmity has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as hostility, animosity, antipathy, rancor, animus and antagonism.
- What is the opposite of enmity?
- The opposite of enmity is amity.
- What does enmity mean?
- Enmity means the quality of being an enemy; a hostile or unfriendly disposition.
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