The difference between Animosity and Enmity

When used as nouns, animosity means violent hatred leading to active opposition, whereas enmity means the quality of being an enemy.


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  1. Animosity as a noun:

    Violent hatred leading to active opposition; active enmity; energetic dislike.

  1. Enmity as a noun:

    The quality of being an enemy; hostile or unfriendly disposition.

  2. Enmity as a noun:

    A state or feeling of opposition, hostility, hatred or animosity.

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