hostility
nounStrong ill will, antagonism, or active opposition.
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animosity
nounStrong hostility or resentment toward someone.
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nounStrong hostility or ill will toward someone or something.
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verbTo reduce hostility and gain goodwill by persuasion or resolving differences.
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adjectiveIntended to reduce hostility or restore goodwill.
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