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
20 June 2025
(adjective) marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself; “a modest apartment”; “too modest to wear his medals”
Contrary to popular belief, coffee beans are not technically beans. They are referred to as such because of their resemblance to legumes. A coffee bean is a seed of the Coffea plant and the source for coffee. It is the pit inside the red or purple fruit, often referred to as a cherry. Just like ordinary cherries, the coffee fruit is also a so-called stone fruit.
