Definition of ANTAGONISM

antagonism

Meanings

Plural: antagonisms

Noun

  • a state of deep-seated ill-will
  • the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors
    • "the inherent antagonism of capitalism and socialism"
  • an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility
  • (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure
  • A strong natural dislike or hatred; antipathy.

Origin / Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἀνταγωνιστής (antagōnistḗs, “opponent”), from ἀνταγωνίζομαι (antagōnízomai, “antagonize”), from ἀγών (agṓn, “contest”) (English agon).

Synonyms

enmity, hostility

Scrabble Score: 13

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Words With Friends Score: 17

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