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animus in German

animus in German is Unterbewusstsein, Abneigung, Feindseligkeit — animus means strong dislike, hostility, or ill will toward someone or something.

animus in German

Unterbewusstsein
noun
The basic impulses and instincts which govern one's actions.
Abneigung
noun
A feeling of enmity, animosity or ill will.
Feindseligkeit
noun
A feeling of enmity, animosity or ill will.
Groll
noun
A feeling of enmity, animosity or ill will.
Animus
noun
(Jungian, _, psychology) The masculine aspect of the feminine psyche or personality.

What does "animus" mean?

  1. noun Strong dislike, hostility, or ill will toward someone or something.
    "He couldn't explain his animus toward his former partner."
  2. noun Intention or motive, especially in a legal sense.
    "The court examined the defendant's animus in bringing the claim."
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animus in a sentence

  • He couldn't explain his animus toward his former partner.
  • The review was tinged with obvious animus.
  • The court examined the defendant's animus in bringing the claim.
  • Prosecutors had to prove criminal animus.

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What is "animus" in German?

"animus" in German is Unterbewusstsein, Abneigung, Feindseligkeit. animus means: Strong dislike, hostility, or ill will toward someone or something.

How do you use "animus" in a sentence?

Example: "He couldn't explain his animus toward his former partner." In German, "animus" is Unterbewusstsein, Abneigung, Feindseligkeit.

Are there other ways to say "animus" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "animus": Unterbewusstsein, Abneigung, Feindseligkeit, Groll, Animus.

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