antagonism
(noun) (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure
antagonism
(noun) an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility
antagonism
(noun) the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors; “the inherent antagonism of capitalism and socialism”
hostility, enmity, antagonism
(noun) a state of deep-seated ill-will
Source: WordNet® 3.1
antagonism (countable and uncountable, plural antagonisms)
A strong natural dislike or hatred; antipathy.
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Source: Wiktionary
An*tag"o*nism, n. Etym: [Gr. antagonisme. See Agony.]
Definition: Opposition of action; counteraction or contrariety of things or principles.
Note: We speak of antagonism between two things, to or against a thing, and sometimes with a thing.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
2 April 2025
(adjective) secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; “covert actions by the CIA”; “covert funding for the rebels”
Decaffeinated coffee is not caffeine-free. Studies from the National Institute of Health (US) have shown that virtually all decaf coffee types contain caffeine. A 236-ml (8-oz) cup of decaf coffee contains up to 7 mg of caffeine, whereas a regular cup provided 70-140 mg.
