hostile

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(noun) troops belonging to the enemy's military forces. Example: "The platoon ran into a pack of hostiles."
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(adj) characterized by enmity or ill will. Synonyms: hostile (vs. amicable). Examples: "A hostile nation." "A hostile remark." "Hostile actions."
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(adj) not belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally. Synonyms: hostile (vs. friendly). Example: "Hostile naval and air forces."
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(adj) impossible to bring into friendly accord. Example: "Hostile factions."
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(adj) very unfavorable to life or growth. Synonyms: uncongenial, unfriendly. Examples: "A hostile climate." "An uncongenial atmosphere." "An uncongenial soil." "The unfriendly environment at high altitudes."
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(adj) unsolicited and resisted by the management of the target company ( used of attempts to buy or take control of a business). Examples: "Hostile takeover." "Hostile tender offer." "Hostile bid."
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