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VocabJLPT N1

hostility

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. hostility
2. antagonism

This noun and する verb describes a state of hostility or opposition between two parties. It is used when two groups or individuals are actively working against each other.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Oh, stop being so hostile!" my friend laughed.

Sentence 2

Ugh, the relatives are at each other's throats again!

Sentence 3

Wouldn't keeping your distance actually ease the tension?

Sentence 4

When did we start being so hostile toward each other?

Sentence 5

That look is full-on hostile mode!