antagonistical Definition
showing or expressing opposition or hostility.
Using antagonistical: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "antagonistical" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The antagonistic behavior of the two countries led to a war.
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He had an antagonistic attitude towards his coworkers.
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The coach's antagonistic approach to training was not well-received by the team.
antagonistical Synonyms and Antonyms
Antonyms for antagonistical
- friendly
- sympathetic
- supportive
Phrases with antagonistical
a muscle that opposes the action of another muscle
Example
The biceps and triceps are antagonistic muscles.
an effect that is opposite to the intended effect of a drug or treatment
Example
The medication had an antagonistic effect on the patient's condition.
a relationship characterized by opposition or hostility
Example
The antagonistic relationship between the two political parties led to a stalemate in the government.
Origins of antagonistical
from Greek 'antagōnistēs', meaning 'opponent'
Summary: antagonistical in Brief
'Antagonistical' [ænˌtæɡəˈnɪstɪkəl] is an adjective that describes showing or expressing opposition or hostility. It can be used to describe behavior, attitudes, or relationships, as in 'The coach's antagonistic approach to training was not well-received by the team.' 'Antagonistical' has synonyms like 'hostile' and 'opposing,' and antonyms like 'friendly' and 'supportive.'
