antagonism [ an-TAG-uh'-niz-uh'm ]
[ noun ]
MEANING :
1. an active opposition
2. hostility that results in active resistance
EXAMPLE 1 :
The lawyer cross-examined the witness in such a way that the witness was overcome with antagonism.
EXAMPLE 2 :
The old order, based on antagonism, is being replaced by a brand new approach, based on friendship, co-operation and even fraternity.
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