Antagonize Meaning
/ænˈtæɡ.ɪ.naɪz/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbTo cause someone to become hostile or angry; to provoke opposition.
verbTo work against; to oppose (especially to incite a reaction).
Sentence Examples
His sarcastic comment will only antagonize the already frustrated team.
Layla tried to antagonize Sami a little bit.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
A good manager knows not to ____ employees with harsh criticism in public.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Don't ____ the situation by making inflammatory comments.
Word Origin & History
From Ancient Greek ἀνταγωνίζομαι (antagōnízomai), from ἀντι- (anti-) + ἀγωνίζομαι (agōnízomai). By surface analysis, ant- + agon + -ize.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
A good manager knows not to ____ employees with harsh criticism in public.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Don't ____ the situation by making inflammatory comments.