enmity (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: [ˈɛnmɪti]
Definition
A state of deep-seated, mutual hostility.
Examples
The long-standing enmity between the two families made any peaceful resolution impossible.
Despite their past enmity, the two leaders agreed to a truce.
She felt a strong sense of enmity towards her former business partner.
How to Use enmity
- enmity between (prepositional phrase)
- Hostility shared by two or more parties. — "The enmity between the two political parties hindered progress."
- enmity towards (prepositional phrase)
- Hostility directed at a specific person or group. — "He felt a growing enmity towards his boss."
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