Hostility

B2 16+

Synonyms of hostility

Antonyms of hostility

Collocations of hostility

open hostility
Frequency: 70 %

The two countries showed open hostility towards each other during the negotiations.

lingering hostility
Frequency: 60 %

Despite the peace treaty, there was still lingering hostility between the two communities.

overt hostility
Frequency: 50 %

The manager's overt hostility towards certain employees created a toxic work environment.

deep-seated hostility
Frequency: 45 %

The conflict was fueled by deep-seated hostility between the two groups.

veiled hostility
Frequency: 35 %

Her smile masked a veiled hostility towards her colleague.

Idiomatic Expressions for hostility

  • Phrase: hostility in the air
    Meaning: a tense or unfriendly atmosphere
    Usage: There was palpable hostility in the air as the two rival teams faced off on the field.