CEFR B2

hostilely

adverb

Meaning

In a manner that shows strong opposition, unfriendliness, or aggression.

Examples

The crowd reacted hostilely to the speaker's controversial remarks, booing loudly.
She glared hostilely at her rival across the room, making her displeasure clear.

Synonyms: unfriendly, aggressively, antagonistically, belligerently

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hostilely (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈhɒstaɪlli/

Definition

In a manner that shows strong opposition, unfriendliness, or aggression.

Examples

The crowd reacted hostilely to the speaker's controversial remarks, booing loudly.
She glared hostilely at her rival across the room, making her displeasure clear.
The new neighbors were treated quite hostilely by some of the older residents who disliked change.

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