Synonyms of hostile

16 similar words · 3 opposite words

Another word for hostile is opposed. Other synonyms of hostile are adverse, unfriendly, antagonistic, irreconcilable and inimical. The opposite of hostile is helpful.

Synonyms and similar words for hostile

antagonisticContending or acting against.
hateful
adverseUnfavorable; antagonistic in purpose or effect; hostile; actively opposing one's interests or wishes; contrary to one's...
conflicting
contentious
counteracting
incompatible
inharmonious
irreconcilableUnable to be reconciled; opposed; uncompromising.
opposedActing in opposition; opposing.
repugnant
unbefriendingUnfriendly; hostile.
unharmoniousSynonym of inharmonious.
unpartialNot partial (to); antagonistic.

adjective Not friendly; appropriate to an enemy; showing the disposition of an enemy; showing ill will and malevolence or a desire to thwart and injure.
adjective Aggressive; antagonistic.
adjective Unwilling.

What is another word for hostile?: Hostile has 16 synonyms on Word.ws, such as opposed, adverse, unfriendly, antagonistic, irreconcilable and inimical.
What is the opposite of hostile?: The opposite of hostile is helpful.
What does hostile mean?: Hostile means not friendly; appropriate to an enemy; showing the disposition of an enemy; showing ill will and malevolence or a desire to thwart and injure.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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