hostile
IPA: hˈɑstʌɫ
noun
- (chiefly in the plural) An enemy.
adjective
- Not friendly; appropriate to an enemy; showing the disposition of an enemy; showing ill will and malevolence or a desire to thwart and injure.
- Aggressive; antagonistic.
- Unwilling.
- (not comparable) Being or relating to a hostile takeover.
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Examples of "hostile" in Sentences
- The atmosphere in the room became increasingly hostile as the argument escalated
- The soldiers cautiously approached the hostile enemy territory, expecting to encounter resistance
- His hostile demeanor made it difficult for others to feel comfortable around him
- The teacher tried to diffuse the hostile situation between the two students before it escalated further
- The hostile takeover of the company resulted in many employees losing their jobs
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