hostile
/ˈhɑːstl̟/ /ˈhɑːˌstajəl/
adjective
hostile
/ˈhɑːstl̟/ /ˈhɑːˌstajəl/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of HOSTILE
[more hostile; most hostile]
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of or relating to an enemy
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They were entering hostile territory.
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hostile [=enemy] troops
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2
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not friendly
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having or showing unfriendly feelings
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a hostile atmosphere/expression
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Her suggestions were given a hostile reception.
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hostile behavior
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an openly hostile critic
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It was a small town that was hostile to/toward outsiders.
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a hostile witness [=a witness in a legal case who supports the opposing side]
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3
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unpleasant or harsh
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The camel is specially adapted to its hostile desert habitat.
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a hostile workplace
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4
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involving an attempt to buy a company from people who do not want to sell it
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a hostile takeover
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