abnegative

/æbˈnɛgətɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing a strong feeling of dislike or opposition.

“She was abnegative to the new policy, refusing to implement it.”

2. noun

a person who feels or shows a strong feeling of dislike or opposition.

“The abnegatives in the community strongly opposed the development project.”

Synonyms

  • hostile
  • oppositional

Antonyms

  • affirmative
  • cooperative