antagonism /ænˈtægəˌnɪzəm/ noun plural antagonisms
plural antagonisms
Learner's definition of ANTAGONISM
: a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : a desire to oppose something you dislike or disagree with敌意;对抗;对立情绪 —
often + between or toward [noncount]
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There is a long history of antagonism [=hostility, enmity] between the two nations.这两个国家长期对立。
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The policy is creating antagonism [=opposition] between the staff and management.这项政策会使员工和管理层之间形成对立。
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I never felt any antagonism [=animosity] toward her.我从未对她产生过敌意。
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