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hostilities Synonyms

Another word for hostilities

Choosing another word for hostilities depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 warfare across the border."

Strongest
warfare
fighting
Strong
combat
conflict
belligerency
aggression

• 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 antagonism and collaborate on the upcoming research initiative."

Strong
antagonism
animosity
enmity
friction
rancor

Opposites of hostilities

The opposite of hostilities shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

peace
amity
goodwill
truce
friendship
ceasefire
armistice
camaraderie
See all opposites of hostilities

• Nearby Words

hostess
hostile
hostilely
hostilities
hostility
hosting
hot

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hostilities. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hostilities
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