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Synonyms & Similar Words
hostility
animosity
hatred
malevolence
ill will
rancor
bitterness
resentment
antagonism
aversion
dislike
distaste
loathing
abhorrence
detestation
odium
acrimony
asperity
spleen
malignity
venom
spite
malice
grudge
feud
vendetta
rivalry
opposition
conflict
discord
strife
animus
antipathy
revulsion
repugnance
repulsion
disgust
Meaning of Enmity
The state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something
Definitions
- The state of being a sworn enemy
- * A feeling of ill will or hostility
Etymology of Enmity
The word "enmity" originates from Old French "enemistie" or "inemistie", derived from "enemi", meaning enemy, which in turn comes from Latin "inimicus", meaning enemy or hostile, a combination of "in-" (meaning "against" or "not") and "amicus" (meaning friend)
Example Uses
- The two nations have a long history of enmity, with many conflicts and wars over the years
- * Her enmity towards her former boss was evident in her scathing review of the company
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
friendship
amity
harmony
peace
concord
unity
cooperation
cordiality
goodwill
affection
fondness
liking
love
admiration
esteem
respect
admiration
adoration
veneration
reverence
devotion
loyalty
allegiance
fidelity
faithfulness
commitment