Definitions

1. noun

A strong feeling of dislike or opposition towards someone or something

“She had a deep-seated antipathy towards spiders, which made it difficult for her to live in the countryside.”

2. noun

A feeling of hostility or animosity towards a particular person or group

“The politician’s antipathy towards the opposing party led to a series of heated debates during the campaign.”

3. noun

A strong dislike or aversion to something

“He had a long-standing antipathy towards broccoli, but eventually grew to like it.”

4. verb

To feel or express a strong dislike or opposition towards someone or something

“She antipathized the new policy, arguing that it would harm the local community.”