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enmity

1 of 1noun
/ˈɛnməti/
Forms:enmities
1

the feeling of hate and hostility toward someone

  • The long-standing enmity between the two families made every encounter tense and unpleasant.
  • Despite their political differences, the two senators put aside their enmity to work on the important legislation.
  • The enmity he felt towards his competitor was evident in his aggressive tactics on the field.
  • She harbored no enmity towards her critics, believing that everyone was entitled to their own opinion.
  • The peace talks aimed to resolve the enmity between the neighboring countries and establish a lasting friendship.
2

a sentiment of hatred or hostility