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hostile

UK
/ˈhɒstaɪl/
US
/ˈhɑːstaɪl/

Translations

hostilenoun
hostiles
pl
UK
/ˈhɒstaɪl/
US
/ˈhɑːstaɪl/
ennemiRegistre militaire ou policier; désigne une personne ou une force ennemie.
The platoon reported several hostiles approaching from the east.
Le peloton a signalé plusieurs ennemis approchant de l’est.
Additional translations
adversairePlus général que « ennemi »; possible selon le contexte, surtout hors usage militaire strict.
Synonyms
rival
enemy
adversary
opponent
antagonist
foe
combatant
belligerent
hostileadjective
more hostile
Comp.
most hostile
Super.
UK
/ˈhɒstaɪl/
US
/ˈhɑːstaɪl/
hostileCourant. S’emploie pour une attitude, un public ou un environnement peu amical ou agressif.
The hostile crowd booed the visiting team as they entered the stadium.
La foule hostile a hué l’équipe visiteuse lorsqu’elle est entrée dans le stade.
hostileS’emploie pour des forces, territoires ou actions de l’ennemi.
The hostile forces were advancing towards the border.
Les forces hostiles avançaient vers la frontière.
Synonyms
contentious
aggressive
belligerent
inimical
opposed
adverse
antagonistic
unfriendly
Antonyms
welcoming
friendly
cordial
amiable

Definitions

hostilenoun
An enemy or opponent.
The platoon reported several hostiles approaching from the east.
hostileadjective
Unfriendly or antagonistic in nature or behavior.
The hostile crowd booed the visiting team as they entered the stadium.
Relating to an enemy or enemies; showing enmity or ill will.
The hostile forces were advancing towards the border.
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