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(satellite adjective) (business) used of attempts to buy or take control of a business; "hostile takeover"; "hostile tender offer" |
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(satellite adjective) marked by features that oppose constructive treatment or development; "not able to accomplish much in such a hostile environment" |
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(satellite adjective) very unfriendly; "a hostile attitude" |
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(adjective) not belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally; "hostile naval and air forces" |
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Antonyms: friendly |
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(satellite adjective) very unfavorable to life or growth; "a hostile climate"; "an uncongenial atmosphere"; "an uncongenial soil"; "the unfriendly environment at high altitudes" |
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Synonyms: uncongenial, unfriendly |
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(adjective) characterized by enmity or ill will; "a hostile nation"; "a hostile remark"; "hostile actions" |
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Antonyms: amicable |
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(satellite adjective) impossible to bring into friendly accord; "hostile factions" |
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