CEFR B2

enmity

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: dislike, hostility, animosity, antipathy

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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."

Synonyms of enmity

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