antagonism

Definitions

Active hostility or opposition.

A state of mutual resistance or conflict between opposing forces or principles.

Examples

There was a palpable sense of antagonism between the two rival political parties.

The long-standing antagonism between the neighbors eventually led to a legal dispute.

Despite their professional antagonism, they managed to collaborate effectively on the project.

Synonyms

hostility animosity enmity antipathy rancor friction opposition

Antonyms

harmony friendship accord amity cooperation goodwill rapport