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antagonism

nounmasculine/ɐ̃tɐɣuˈniʒmu/medium

an·ta·go·nis·mo

Definition

Opposition, rivalry, or conflict between people, groups, or ideas.
The antagonism between the two parties prevented the formation of a government.
There is a clear antagonism between their philosophical views.
Common collocations
political antagonismclass antagonismto reduce antagonism

Etymology

Do grego 'antagonismós', pelo latim 'antagonismus'.

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