Enmity — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈen-mə-tē/ en·mi·ty

Meaning & Definition of Enmity

Enmity (noun)

  1. positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will

Enmity (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a deep-seated ill will

    "enmity had existed between the two families for generations"

    similar: animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, bad blood, bitterness, gall, grudge, hostility, jaundice, rancor
    related: blood feud, feud, score, vendetta, hate, hatred, loathing, vindictiveness, virulence, vitriol, alienation, disaffection, estrangement, conflict, coolness, discord, friction, strain, tension, inhospitableness, unfriendliness, malice, malignancy, malignity, spite, spitefulness, venom
    opposite: amity
    near: amiability, amicability, civility, cordiality, friendliness, hospitality, neighborliness, comity, empathy, friendship, goodwill, sympathy, understanding

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Enmity

The most common words with a similar meaning to Enmity:

animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, bad blood, bitterness, gall, grudge, hostility, jaundice, rancor

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Enmity

Words with the opposite meaning of Enmity:

amity

Related Words for Enmity

blood feud, feud, score, vendetta, hate, hatred, loathing, vindictiveness, virulence, vitriol, alienation, disaffection, estrangement, conflict, coolness, discord, friction, strain, tension, inhospitableness, unfriendliness, malice, malignancy, malignity, spite, spitefulness, venom

Near Antonyms of Enmity

amiability, amicability, civility, cordiality, friendliness, hospitality, neighborliness, comity, empathy, friendship, goodwill, sympathy, understanding

Word Forms of Enmity

Inflections: enmities

Origin & Etymology of Enmity

Middle English enmite, from Anglo-French enemité, enemisté, from enemi enemy

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Enmity

What does "Enmity" mean?

"Enmity" means positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will. As a noun, it is defined as: positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will.

What is another word for "Enmity"?

Other words for "Enmity" include animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, bad blood, bitterness, gall and grudge. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Enmity" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Enmity"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Enmity". Common alternatives include animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, bad blood, bitterness, gall, grudge, hostility and jaundice.

What is the opposite of "Enmity"?

Antonyms of "Enmity" include amity. Near antonyms include amiability, amicability, civility and cordiality.

How do you use "Enmity" in a sentence?

Examples of "Enmity" in a sentence: "enmity had existed between the two families for generations".

Is "Enmity" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Enmity" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Enmity"?

"Enmity" is pronounced /ˈen-mə-tē/ and divided into syllables as en·mi·ty.

What is the origin of the word "Enmity"?

"Enmity" comes from Middle English enmite, from Anglo-French enemité, enemisté, from enemi enemy. First known use: 14th century.