Antagonistic
/ænˌtæɡəˈnɪstɪk/noun
Showing active opposition or hostility toward someone or something.
Did you know?The Greek root agōn originally meant a contest or public gathering, later producing words connected with struggle, agony, and competition.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*ag-
“To drive, lead, or set in motion”
Ancient Greek
Greek
agṓn
“A contest, struggle, or formal public competition”
Ancient Greek
Greek
antagōnízesthai
“To struggle or contend against”
Ancient Greek
Greek
antagōnistikós
“Inclined to oppose or compete against”
16th Century
English
antagonist
“An opponent or adversary”
19th Century
English
antagonistic
“Opposing, hostile, or acting in resistance”