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

  • (..) I say again, six passengers looking for a ride home. - We're good to go. - Belay my last. Copy that. Maintain perimeter. Advise further hostile status. - That was good headwork, Lieutenant. - Well, thank you, sir. I'm glad we could get involved and do some good. Now the problem is, (..)
    1997 G.I. Jane
  • (..) No woman's gonna last a week. I don't care who she is. Then I suggest we start there. Good work. Hostile activity. Mined area. I say again: Hostile activity, mined area. Maintaining holding action. Carrying one wounded. (..)
    1997 G.I. Jane