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

The three most prominent characters are charismatic and sympathetic in equal measure.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
The allegations from Charles Spencer are damaging for King Charles and the royal family, but speaking to people outside Buckingham Palace on Friday morning, CBS News found many who were sympathetic to the monarch.

— Holly Williams, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of sympathetic

Adjective

Ole Miss is known as one of the most hospitable places in college football for visiting fans.

— Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
While Tarlov was grateful for his advice, her book praises current Fox News Chief Executive Suzanne Scott for creating a workplace culture that is much more hospitable to women.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of hospitable

Adjective

Businesses that fail to carry required workers’ comp coverage can face civil fines of up to twice the annual premium, with a $25,000 minimum, along with the possibility of a business shutdown order.

— Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Both raised concerns about the 2024 version, telling state lawmakers that the universities could face criminal penalties, civil fines or the loss of federal contracts.

— Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of civil

Adjective

Anti-immigrant marches and vigilante groups have driven a wave of social upheaval in South Africa this year, often blaming foreign migrants for the country's high crime rate.

— Rael Ombuor The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 19 Sep. 2026
Gemini May 21 – June 20 One person could make a social situation feel much easier today.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of social

Adjective

But the underlying difficulties of the three Ts, where the leaders seem to have fundamentally incompatible agendas, remain the thread beneath the ostensibly polite and occasionally amiable conversations.

— Rana Mitter, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026
Wyler directs this serpentine, amiable comedy with a deft hand, intricately drawing out the fine details that make the whole heist operation tick.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of amiable

Adjective

Ever since, the Black Eyed Peas continued to release music and tour as a trio, all the while maintaining that the split was amicable.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 11 Sep. 2026
Still once Libra season begins, things take a more amicable turn, as you could be left with no choice but to slow down, and consider other people’s needs, desires and timelines, as opposed to solely focusing on yourself.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of amicable

Adjective

Finally, your weekend is looking dry and pleasant with highs up near 70°.

— Ron Smiley, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026
Senior defensive tackle Ansel Din-Mbuh has also been a force in the early season while junior strong safety Kaden McFadden has also been a pleasant surprise with 13 tackles.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Sep. 2026

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