enmity
11 synonyms and 1 antonyms for enmity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A deep-seated feeling of hostility or ill will between people or groups.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use enmity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French enemisté, from Latin inimicus, "enemy".
Full origin of enmity →Frequently asked questions
What does “enmity” mean?
The word “enmity” means a deep-seated feeling of hostility or ill will between people or groups. In plain terms, strong mutual hostility, as between enemies.
How do you pronounce “enmity”?
“Enmity” is pronounced EHN-mih-tee (/ˈɛn.mɪ.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “enmity” in a sentence?
Here is “enmity” used in a sentence: “Years of enmity between the two families finally came to a head.”
What is another word for “enmity”?
Words with a similar meaning to “enmity” include animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, enemyhood and enemyness.
What is the opposite of “enmity”?
The opposite of “enmity” — its antonyms — is amity.
What part of speech is “enmity”?
“Enmity” is a noun.
Where does the word “enmity” come from?
The word “enmity” comes from Latin. From Old French enemisté, from Latin inimicus, "enemy".