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

In his portrayal, the character becomes less sympathetic across seasons, and his inner life is examined against the backdrop of complex family dynamics.

— Nick Tabor, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026
Andric is a sympathetic figure, but his case also illustrates why asylum law is hard.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

Definition of sympathetic

Adjective

Most of The Odyssey's adventure scenes are actually stories recounted by Odysseus to the Phaeacians, a sophisticated and extremely hospitable people (the ideal practitioners of xenia).

— Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 16 July 2026
And recently, creatives and activists, who dream of transforming it into a hospitable greenway, have been hosting arts events.

— Jireh Deng, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

Definition of hospitable

Adjective

Their trendy menu and craft cocktails are accompanied by Williams’ curated social events.

— Ruth Abramovitz, Sun Sentinel, 19 July 2026
VisionSpring, a global nonprofit social enterprise supplying affordable glasses to people in poorer countries, estimates that roughly one in three Bangladeshi garment workers need glasses but do not have them.

— Al Emrun Garjon, Fortune, 19 July 2026

Definition of social

Adjective

The most stunning exchange of Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing to serve as attorney general came in response to an amiable question.

— Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 16 July 2026
The amiable service at the onsite restaurant, The Whistling Grizzly, is just as good as the food—be sure to try the carrot cake or blood orange crème brûlée for dessert.

— Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of amiable

Adjective

Organizers promoted the event as a family-friendly space with an Easter egg hunt and horse rides for children, according to the statement.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
There was a June 1977 friendly in Buenos Aires where punches were thrown and players were ejected.

— Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2026

Definition of friendly

Adjective

Nogueira first revealed in a TikTok post in February that she and Hawken were getting divorced, sharing at the time that the split was amicable.

— Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
Her relationship with Burton ended in 2014, though the two have remained amicable.

— Danny Horn, Entertainment Weekly, 14 July 2026

Definition of amicable

Adjective

Daunt’s pool area is entirely pleasant right now, but Leo and Home have big plans for it, including the addition of a yoga area and a massage tent.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Visual enhancements, such as a dark outline of the currently active interface element (think the search field in the Mail app), are a pleasant surprise.

— Edward Mendelson, PC Magazine, 13 July 2026

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