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to antagonize
verbgeneral usecommon/ɐ̃tɐɣuniˈzaɾ/an·ta·go·ni·zar
Definition
1To provoke antagonism or opposition in someone; to actively oppose.
Usage examples
“His aggressive speech antagonized many listeners.”
“I don't want to antagonize my colleagues with unnecessary criticism.”
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Common combinations
to antagonize the publicto antagonize opponentsto avoid antagonizing