Enmity

Pronunciation: /ˈɛnməti/

Definitions of enmity

noun a feeling or condition of hostility; hatred; ill will; animosity; antagonism

Example Sentences

A1 There was enmity between the two rival gangs.

A2 The enmity between the two countries dates back centuries.

B1 The enmity between the two coworkers was evident in their constant arguments.

B2 The enmity between the two political parties escalated into violence.

C1 The enmity between the families had been passed down through generations.

C2 Despite their enmity, they were able to put their differences aside for the greater good.

Examples of enmity in a Sentence

formal The enmity between the two countries has lasted for decades.

informal There's a lot of enmity between those two families.

slang I can feel the enmity in the air whenever they're in the same room.

figurative The enmity between them was like a dark cloud hanging over their relationship.

Grammatical Forms of enmity

• past tense: enmityed
• plural: enmities
• comparative: more enmity
• superlative: most enmity
• present tense: enmities
• future tense: will enmity
• perfect tense: have enmityed
• continuous tense: is enmiting
• singular: enmity
• positive degree: enmity
• infinitive: to enmity
• gerund: enmiting
• participle: enmitying

Origin and Evolution of enmity

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English, Old French, Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'enmity' originated from Middle English, derived from Old French 'enemistie' and from Latin 'inimicitia', meaning hostility.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'enmity' has retained its original meaning of hostility or animosity towards someone or something. It is still commonly used in modern English to convey a strong feeling of hatred or opposition.