Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːstaɪl/
adjective showing or feeling opposition or dislike; unfriendly
A1 The dog growled at the stranger, showing a hostile attitude.
A2 The two rival gangs were involved in a hostile confrontation.
B1 The customer service representative was met with a hostile response from the angry customer.
B2 The negotiations between the two countries became increasingly hostile as neither side was willing to compromise.
C1 The hostile environment in the workplace made it difficult for employees to work effectively.
C2 The hostile takeover bid by the competitor was met with strong resistance from the company's board of directors.
formal The two countries engaged in hostile negotiations over the disputed territory.
informal The atmosphere at the meeting was so hostile, I could feel the tension in the room.
slang I don't want to go to that party, the vibe there is always so hostile.
figurative Her words were like a hostile takeover of my emotions, leaving me feeling overwhelmed.
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