ANTAGONISTIC Synonyms: 105 Similar and Opposite Words

antagonistic

adjective

(ˌ)an-ˌta-gə-ˈni-stik

Definition of antagonistic next

as in hostile

marked by opposition or ill will countries that have been antagonistic towards each other for centuries

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Recent Examples of antagonistic Ultimately, even when she’s supposed to play the most antagonistic female archetype, Darlene is simply too much of a mood and a vibe, and her fundamentally anti-Karen nature is good for TV but bad for the judging criteria in this challenge. —

Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 28 Mar. 2026 In a separate text to Tharpe, Jay linked antagonistic stan culture to the ascension of the far-right. —

Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 24 Mar. 2026 The impending clash would be the latest of many between Johnson and an antagonistic council bloc. —

Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026 Make government smaller, faster, and less antagonistic to people who want to build a life. —

Mike Garcia, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for antagonistic

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Our city workers have consistently risen above the vitriol and accusations of hostile political leaders to do the jobs that our residents expect.

— Venus Molina, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
While Kirk may have received hostile or threatening messages, including on social media, those were not part of any identified or actionable threat stream monitored by federal authorities, the person told Sganga.

— Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026