
Antagonistic
Negative Emotions
Use 'antagonistic' to describe emotions that directly oppose friendliness or agreement.

His antagonistic tone made everyone in the room uncomfortable.
Conflict Settings
Apply the term in situations involving arguments, debates, or conflicts.

The debate team's antagonistic approach silenced their opponents.
Emotional Impact
Recognize that using 'antagonistic' can convey a strong emotional reaction and tension.

Their antagonistic stance made reconciliation impossible.
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AdversarialCombativeConflictContraryCounterHostileOpposeResistant
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