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hostilities Antonyms

Opposite of hostilities

Because the opposite of hostilities shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Overt acts of warfare or open fighting between opposing nations, factions, or groups.

Usage Example

"Diplomatic negotiators worked tirelessly through the night to secure a formal cessation of peace across the border."

Strongest
peace
Strong
truce
armistice
ceasefire
harmony

• noun (Context 2)

Instances of unfriendly, antagonistic, or bitter behavior directed toward others.

Usage Example

"The mediator urged both departments to set aside their past amity and collaborate on the upcoming research initiative."

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amity
Strong
goodwill
friendship
camaraderie

Similar words to hostilities

Words similar to hostilities shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

warfare
fighting
antagonism
combat
conflict
animosity
enmity
belligerency
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hostilities. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hostilities
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