antagonistic

[ænˌtæɡəˈnɪstɪk]

antagonistic Definition

showing or feeling opposition or hostility towards someone or something; acting in an opposing, contrary, or hostile manner.

Using antagonistic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "antagonistic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The two teams had an antagonistic relationship.

  • Example

    She has an antagonistic attitude towards authority.

  • Example

    His antagonistic behavior towards his coworkers made it difficult to work with him.

antagonistic Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for antagonistic

Phrases with antagonistic

  • a muscle that opposes the action of another muscle

    Example

    When you flex your bicep, your tricep is the antagonistic muscle.

  • an effect that is opposite or counteracts the effect of another substance or process

    Example

    The medication had an antagonistic effect on the other medication she was taking.

  • a relationship marked by opposition, hostility, or conflict

    Example

    The antagonistic relationship between the two countries led to a trade war.

Origins of antagonistic

from Greek 'antagōnistēs', meaning 'opponent'

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Summary: antagonistic in Brief

'Antagonistic' [ænˌtæɡəˈnɪstɪk] describes someone or something that shows or feels opposition or hostility towards another. It can refer to relationships, attitudes, or behaviors, as in 'His antagonistic behavior towards his coworkers made it difficult to work with him.' 'Antagonistic' has synonyms like 'hostile' and 'contrary,' and antonyms like 'friendly' and 'supportive.'

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