inimical (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɪmɪkəl/

Definition

Tending to obstruct or harm; unfriendly or hostile.

Examples

• The new policy was inimical to the interests of small businesses, causing many to struggle.

• Their inimical attitude made it difficult to establish any form of cooperation.

• Certain chemicals are inimical to marine life, leading to environmental damage.

How to Use inimical

inimical to something/someone (prepositional phrase)

Harmful or opposed to something or someone. — "Such extreme views are inimical to democratic values."

Synonyms of inimical

Words with a similar meaning to inimical:

• hostile
• adverse
• antagonistic
• deleterious

Antonyms of inimical

Words with the opposite meaning to inimical:

• friendly
• favorable
• conducive

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