Antagonized: meaning, definitions and examples
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antagonized
[ ænˈtæɡəˌnaɪzd ]
emotional response
To be antagonized means to be made to feel hostile or unfriendly by someone or something. It involves provoking a strong negative reaction or opposition, often leading to conflict or disagreement. The act of antagonizing can occur through various means, such as teasing, criticizing, or opposing someone's views. It is typically associated with a deliberate intention to irritate or upset someone. When a person feels antagonized, they may respond with anger, frustration, or further hostility.
Synonyms
angered, irritated, offended, provoked
Examples of usage
- Her comments antagonized the audience during the debate.
- The constant interruptions only antagonized him further.
- He felt antagonized by his coworkers' remarks.
- The aggressive tactics used in the negotiation antagonized the other party.
Translations
Translations of the word "antagonized" in other languages:
🇵🇹 antagonizado
🇮🇳 विरोधी
🇩🇪 antagonisiert
🇮🇩 terpancing
🇺🇦 антиговані
🇵🇱 antagonizowany
🇯🇵 対立させられた
🇫🇷 antagonisé
🇪🇸 antagonizado
🇹🇷 antagonize edilmiş
🇰🇷 적대감이 생긴
🇸🇦 مُعادٍ
🇨🇿 antagonizovaný
🇸🇰 antagonizovaný
🇨🇳 对立的
🇸🇮 antagoniziran
🇮🇸 andstættur
🇰🇿 антагонистік
🇬🇪 ანტაგონიზებული
🇦🇿 antagonizə olunmuş
🇲🇽 antagonizado
Word origin
The word 'antagonized' derives from the Greek word 'antagonistēs', meaning 'opponent, rival'. The root 'antagōnizesthai' translates to 'to struggle against', reflecting an opposition or conflict. The prefix 'anti-' means 'against', while 'agon' refers to a contest or struggle. Over time, the term evolved through Old French and Middle English before settling into its modern form in contemporary English. The concept of antagonism has been prevalent in literature and psychology, often describing a character's opposition or struggle with another character or an internal conflict. As societies developed, the usage of 'antagonize' became common in discussions surrounding interpersonal relationships, conflict resolution, and emotional responses, reflecting its importance in both social interactions and cultural narratives.