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What is another word for Antagonistically? – 131 Antagonistically Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    oppositely contrastingly inversely contrarily antagonistically hostilely adversarially adversely inimically obstructively resistively rebelliously defiantly disobediently uncooperatively confrontationally contentiously argumentatively combatively aggressively belligerently pugnaciously truculently bellicosely cantankerously irascibly testily querulously petulantly fractiously

    Meaning of Antagonistically

    The primary meaning of the word "Antagonistically" is in a manner that shows opposition or hostility.

    Definitions

    • In a way that shows or involves opposition or hostility, typically between two or more people, groups, or things.
    • Acting in opposition to something or someone, often in a hostile or aggressive manner.

    Etymology of Antagonistically

    The word "Antagonistically" originates from the Greek word "antagonistēs," meaning opponent or adversary, and the suffix "-ically," which forms an adverb.
    The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe actions or behaviors that are oppositional or hostile in nature.

    Example Uses

    • The two politicians acted antagonistically towards each other during the debate, constantly interrupting and criticizing one another.
    • The new employee's antagonistically behavior towards the team made it difficult for them to work together effectively.
    • The two companies have been acting antagonistically in the market, trying to outdo each other with aggressive marketing campaigns.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    cooperatively collaboratively harmoniously peacefully amicably friendly supportively helpfully constructively positively sympathetically empathetically kindly gently tactfully diplomatically cordially affably genially warmly obligingly

    Related Nouns

    opposition hostility antagonism conflict dispute argument debate controversy competition rivalry enmity animosity rancor resentment bitterness acrimony discord strife struggle fight battle war oppositionist antagonist adversary enemy foe

    Related Verbs

    oppose resist fight struggle contend conflict clash collide disagree argue debate compete rival antagonize provoke irritate annoy exasperate infuriate enrage inflame antagonistically confront defy challenge dispute contradict

    Related Adjectives

    oppositional hostile antagonistic adverse inimical obstructive resistive rebellious defiant disobedient uncooperative confrontational contentious argumentative combative aggressive belligerent pugnacious truculent bellicose cantankerous irascible testy querulous petulant fractious