The difference between Hatred and Hostility

When used as nouns, hatred means strong aversion, whereas hostility means the state of being hostile.

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  1. Hatred as a noun:

    Strong aversion; intense dislike

  1. Hostility as a noun (uncountable):

    The state of being hostile.

    Examples:

    "My resentment and anger towards you caused hostility and a division between us."

  2. Hostility as a noun (countable):

    A hostile action, especially a military action. See for specific plural definition.

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