
Hostile
Negative Connotation
The word 'hostile' implies negative feelings, often with a sense of aggression or conflict.

Her comments were dismissed as hostile criticism.
Intensity of Opposition
'Hostile' suggests a strong and active opposition, more than just disagreement.

Workers voiced their hostile opposition to the proposed cuts.
Social Interactions
Use 'hostile' to describe unfriendly social situations or interactions.

The interviewer's questions seemed deliberately hostile.
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