Definition and Synonyms for Antagonistic

Definition of Antagonistic

1. Arousing animosity or hostility Adjective
2. Used especially of drugs or muscles that counteract or neutralize each other's effect Adjective
3. Indicating opposition or resistance Adjective Satellite
4. Characterized by antagonism or antipathy Adjective Satellite
5. Incapable of harmonious association Adjective Satellite

conciliatory
Adjective
antonym
1
1. intended to placate
synergistic
Adjective
antonym
1
1. used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more)
antagonist
Noun
derivation
3
1. a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug
2. a muscle that relaxes while another contracts
3. someone who offers opposition
antagonism
Noun
derivation
6
1. a state of deep-seated ill-will
2. (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure
3. an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility
4. the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors
5. a state of deep-seated ill-will
6. the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors

Words Rhyme with antagonistic

Etymology for antagonistic