Definition and Synonyms for Antagonism

Definition of Antagonism

1. A state of deep-seated ill-will Noun
2. The relation between opposing principles or forces or factors Noun
3. An actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility Noun
4. (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure Noun

Synonyms for word "antagonism"

Semanticaly linked words with "antagonism"

Hyponims for word "antagonism"

Lexical Analysis for "antagonism"

antagonistic
Adjective
derivation
2
1. used especially of drugs or muscles that counteract or neutralize each other's effect
2. arousing animosity or hostility
antagonist
Noun
derivation
4
1. a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug
2. someone who offers opposition
3. someone who offers opposition
4. someone who offers opposition
antagonistic
Adjective Satellite
derivation
4
1. characterized by antagonism or antipathy
2. indicating opposition or resistance
3. incapable of harmonious association
4. characterized by antagonism or antipathy
antagonise
Verb
derivation
3
1. provoke the hostility of
2. act in opposition to
3. provoke the hostility of
antagonize
Verb
derivation
2
1. provoke the hostility of
2. provoke the hostility of

Words Rhyme with antagonism

Etymology for antagonism

etymologically related agon
etymologically related agonism
etymologically related antagonist
etymologically related antagonize
etymological origin of ἀνταγωνιστής
is derived from antagonisms