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What is another word for Negative Interaction? – 138 Negative Interaction Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    adverse reaction bad experience clash conflict confrontation disagreeable encounter discord dispute fight harsh exchange hostile interaction inharmonious relationship negative experience poor communication quarrel rejection repulsion rift row sour relationship strained relations unpleasant conversation unhappy encounter unfriendly meeting unproductive discussion unsatisfactory interaction verbal spat bad vibes cold shoulder cool reception friction grievance ill will misunderstanding offense opposition resentment rivalry tension unfavorable response

    Meaning of Negative Interaction

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, a negative interaction refers to a situation or encounter where individuals or groups experience or express unfavorable, hostile, or adverse feelings towards each other.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines negative interaction as a situation in which people are unfriendly, disagree, or have an unfavorable relationship.

    Example Uses

    • The company's negative interaction with the customer led to a loss of business and a damaged reputation.
    • The negative interaction between the two colleagues created a tense work environment and affected the team's productivity.
    • The teacher tried to minimize negative interactions in the classroom by promoting respectful dialogue and open communication.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    positive interaction friendly conversation pleasant encounter harmonious relationship mutual understanding agreement cooperation cordiality rapport affinity sympathy empathy goodwill amity concord harmony peace unity accord consensus cooperation collaboration teamwork camaraderie conviviality warmth approachability

    Related Nouns

    conflict dispute argument fight clash confrontation disagreement discord tension rivalry opposition resistance rejection criticism complaint grievance problem issue challenge obstacle hurdle barrier difficulty setback

    Related Verbs

    conflict clash disagree argue fight confront oppose resist reject criticize complain grievance protest demonstrate boycott sabotage undermine disrupt hinder obstruct impede thwart

    Related Adjectives

    adverse unfavorable hostile unfriendly unpleasant disagreeable discordant inharmonious strained tense uncomfortable awkward difficult challenging problematic critical negative destructive harmful damaging hurtful offensive aggressive confrontational contentious