hostile

Definition

  • adjective: of or relating to an enemy
  • synonyms: opposite, inimical, repugnant

Examples

  • a 'hostile witness' [=a witness in a legal case who supports the opposing side]

  • The camel is specially adapted to its 'hostile' desert habitat.

  • It was a small town that was 'hostile' to/toward outsiders.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) your mother. You just have to forgive her. NEWSMAN : Shares in Lincoln Industries were suspended today on news of a hostile takeover by Seattle entrepreneur Christian Grey. The announcement came on the same day founder and CEO John Lincoln (..)
    2018 Fifty Shades Freed