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to antagonize

verbgeneral usecommon/ɐ̃tɐɣuniˈzaɾ/an·ta·go·ni·zar

Definition

1

To 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.

Common combinations

to antagonize the publicto antagonize opponentsto avoid antagonizing