ANTAGONISM
Scrabble letter values: A1N1T1A1G2O1N1I1S1M3 = 13
Definition
- noun a state of deep-seated ill-will. — synonyms: hostility, enmity
- noun the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors.
- noun an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility.
- noun (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure.
Examples
- “the inherent antagonism of capitalism and socialism”
- “Their longstanding antagonism is manifested in frequent scuffles and shouting matches.”