antipathy

noun | /antipathy/

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a strong feeling of dislike or opposition towards someone or something

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Synonyms

hostilityaversionhatredantagonismanimosity

Antonyms

affectionfriendlinessgoodwillliking

Examples

"He has a deep antipathy toward dishonesty."

"The plan failed due to public antipathy."

Mnemonic Trick

Antipathy = Anti + Sympathy → Strong dislike.

Etymology

From Greek antipatheia = feeling against

anti- (against) + pathos (feeling)

Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/28/2025

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