animus

IPA: ˈænɪmʌs

The basic impulses and instincts which govern one's actions.
A feeling of enmity, animosity or ill will.
(law) intention, motivation (of a legal person)
(Jungian psychology) The masculine aspect of the feminine psyche or personality.

Examples of "animus" in Sentences

The news brought animus among people.
The animus of the leader was deeply personal.
I have no animus about the man or the article.
Midway through the game, Desmond is retracted from the Animus.
Barkus is the leader of Hera Sensa and father of Animus and Andora.
The player can then absorb the residue, replenishing the Animus gauge.
Ian and Vrestin convince the Optera to join them in fighting the Animus.
It is in contrast to the animus, which represents masculine characteristics.
Having obtained the power of the Olontre, Animus succeeded in besting Juvila.
But the piece doesn't adequately explain the Republican animus against sampling.