antagonism

CEFRC2

/ænˈtæɡənɪzəm/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    Active opposition or strong dislike between people or groups.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A strong natural dislike or hatred; antipathy.

Examples

  • The Cold War is the symbol of the antagonism between communism and capitalism.

  • Their ancient antagonism was rekindled.

At a glance

Sits at C2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1

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In context

  • Their longstanding antagonism is manifested in frequent scuffles and shouting matches.

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Origin

noun

From Ancient Greek ἀνταγωνιστής (antagōnistḗs, “opponent”), from ἀνταγωνίζομαι (antagōnízomai, “antagonize”), from ἀγών (agṓn, “contest”) (English agon).