Animosity
mediuman-ih-MOS-ih-tee
noun
Definition
Strong hostility or hatred
Examples
“There was deep animosity between the rival families.”
“Years of competition created animosity between the teams.”
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GRE Tip
Animosity is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "hostility" or "enmity" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "goodwill".
Related GRE Words
resentment
Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly
rancorous
Characterized by bitterness or resentment
ambivalent
Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something
contempt
The feeling that a person or thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn
daunt
To make someone feel intimidated or apprehensive
apprehension
Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen
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