Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

antipatia

noun
/ˌæntɪˈpætiə/
Definition
a feeling of strong dislike or aversion towards someone or something.
Examples
  • Her antipatia towards that politician was evident in her conversations.
  • Despite their antipatia, they had to work together on the project.
Meaning
Antipatia refers to an instinctive or unreasoned feeling of repulsion. It describes a deep-seated dislike that may not have a specific cause.
Synonyms
  • aversion
  • dislike
  • hostility
  • animosity