hostile (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈhɒs.taɪl/

Definition

Showing or feeling opposition or dislike; unfriendly.

Examples

• The new employee was met with hostile stares from her colleagues.

• He had a hostile attitude towards anyone who disagreed with him.

• The company faced hostile takeover bids from competitors.

How to Use hostile

hostile to (prepositional phrase)

Showing dislike or opposition towards someone or something. — "He was always hostile to new ideas."

hostile towards (prepositional phrase)

Showing dislike or opposition towards someone or something. — "The public was hostile towards the proposed policy changes."

Synonyms of hostile

Words with a similar meaning to hostile:

• unfriendly
• antagonistic
• inimical
• malevolent

Antonyms of hostile

Words with the opposite meaning to hostile:

• friendly
• amicable
• cordial

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