Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inimical

adjective
/ɪˈnɪmɪkəl/
Definition
Hostile or unfriendly; likely to cause harm.
Examples
  • The inimical weather conditions made travel difficult.
  • He had an inimical attitude towards his competitors.
  • The policies were seen as inimical to progress.
Meaning
Inimical describes something that is harmful or hostile, often creating an environment that is unfavorable or adverse.
Synonyms
  • Hostile
  • Unfriendly
  • Adverse
  • Antagonistic