Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hostile

adjective
/ˈhɒs.taɪl/
Definition
unfriendly or antagonistic.
Examples
  • The hostile environment made it difficult for the team to work together.
  • She received a hostile response to her proposal.
  • The hostile troops advanced towards the border.
Meaning
Hostile describes an attitude or action that is aggressive or unfriendly, often suggesting opposition or a desire to cause harm.
Synonyms
  • unfriendly
  • antagonistic
  • belligerent
  • adversarial
  • combative