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enmity noun "Enmity" and its synonyms "hostility," "animosity," and "animus" all indicate deep-seated dislike or ill will. "Enmity" (which derives from an Anglo-French word meaning "enemy") suggests true hatred, either overt or concealed. "Hostility" implies strong, open enmity that shows itself in attacks or aggression. "Animosity" carries the sense of anger, vindictiveness, and sometimes the desire to destroy what one hates. "Animus" is generally less violent than "animosity," but definitely conveys active prejudice or ill will. : positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will

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October 17, 2007 EN-muh-tee Having to work on the project together only increased the enmity between Ralph and Debra, who had never gotten along.

Word	enmity
Date	October 17, 2007
Type	noun
Syllables	EN-muh-tee
Etymology	"Enmity" and its synonyms "hostility," "animosity," and "animus" all indicate deep-seated dislike or ill will. "Enmity" (which derives from an Anglo-French word meaning "enemy") suggests true hatred, either overt or concealed. "Hostility" implies strong, open enmity that shows itself in attacks or aggression. "Animosity" carries the sense of anger, vindictiveness, and sometimes the desire to destroy what one hates. "Animus" is generally less violent than "animosity," but definitely conveys active prejudice or ill will.
Examples	Having to work on the project together only increased the enmity between Ralph and Debra, who had never gotten along.
Definition	: positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will

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