The difference between Amity and Hostility
When used as nouns, amity means friendship. the cooperative and supportive relationship between people, or animals. in this sense, the term connotes a relationship which involves mutual knowledge, esteem, affection, and respect along with a degree of rendering service to friends in times of need or crisis, whereas hostility means the state of being hostile.
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Amity as a noun (formal, literary):
Friendship. The cooperative and supportive relationship between people, or animals. In this sense, the term connotes a relationship which involves mutual knowledge, esteem, affection, and respect along with a degree of rendering service to friends in times of need or crisis.
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Amity as a noun:
Mutual understanding and a peaceful relationship, especially between nations; peace; accord.
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Hostility as a noun (uncountable):
The state of being hostile.
Examples:
"My resentment and anger towards you caused hostility and a division between us."
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Hostility as a noun (countable):
A hostile action, especially a military action. See for specific plural definition.