NONHOSTILE Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

nonhostile

adjective

Definition of nonhostile

as in sympathetic

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Recent Examples of nonhostile And while cobras are shy, nonhostile creatures, would-be combatants would do well to bookmark our tips on how to survive a cobra bite. — Maureen O'Hare, CNN, 4 Nov. 2022 Namely, to be all things to all missions, from down-and-dirty close air support to ground troops to routine patrols in nonhostile regions. — Jamie McIntyre, Washington Examiner, 18 Mar. 2021 Experts say bosses should remind workers about anti-harassment and social media policies, since worker behavior could run afoul of an employer’s obligation to maintain a safe and nonhostile work environment. — Kaite Surma, chicagotribune.com, 4 Nov. 2020

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Adjective

Jean is ultimately revealed to be a sympathetic character in search of her sister, Sara Grey (Olivia Booth-Ford), who has been captured by the government organization Damage Control in order to exploit her psychic powers.

— Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026
And Aparna Nancherla warms up the ice-cold cast of characters as Matt and Jake’s sympathetic but powerless buddy in HR.

— Judy Berman, Time, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of sympathetic

Adjective

Natural predators and weather changes make the outdoors less hospitable to these pests than indoor plants.

— Leah Chester-Davis, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026
New England Aquarium adjunct scientist John Chisholm, who was with the crew aiming to tag sharks in Scarborough, said warmer water is making the region more hospitable to some sharks.

— Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of hospitable

Adjective

According to a city news release, the agreement would resolve all civil claims tied to Jefferson's death and provide her family a measure of accountability.

— Doug Myers, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
The company has said Swarm's manufacturing approach extends well beyond a single platform, giving it the foundation to develop additional aircraft for defense, civil, and commercial customers.

— John Magsam, Arkansas Online, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of civil

Adjective

His songs spanned from party anthems to deep social commentary.

— CBS News, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
Individualist societies typically focus on independence within social groups, encouraging personal expression, and are more accepting of differences — and are typically found in Western countries, according to studies.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of social

Adjective

For a second, Fauci almost seemed to laugh, and there was a glimpse of the public-health official who had charmed much of the country during the pandemic, with his air of amiable competence.

— Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026
Matt Lucas and Marina Prior’s Thénardiers are boisterous and charming — more amiable sleazes than menacing scumbags, if that tracks.

— Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 30 July 2026

Definition of amiable

Adjective

For families Apart from the family-sized villa estates and kid-friendly menus, Nihi has a host of activities that will please even the youngest beach bums.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Aug. 2026
Mbeumo led the line against Leeds for the third consecutive friendly, flanked by Amad to his right and Patrick Dorgu to his left, and has stood out.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of friendly

Adjective

Do not leave the important detail implied because the tone feels pleasant today.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026
Adding to the pleasure of a visit here is the location, the walk to Home Park from the station being one of the more pleasant, through the city’s Central Park.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

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