ANTAGONISM

/ænˈtæɡənɪzəm/ Scrabble 13 Words With Friends 17

Scrabble letter values: A1N1T1A1G2O1N1I1S1M3 = 13

Definition

  1. noun a state of deep-seated ill-will. — synonyms: hostility, enmity
  2. noun the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors.
  3. noun an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility.
  4. 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.”

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