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antagonism

noun

(biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure

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Word Facts

Word length
10
Starts with
A
Ends with
M
Contains
NT
Scrabble score
13
CEFR level
C1

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Pronunciation

ænˈtæɡənɪzəm

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noun

  1. (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure

noun

  1. An actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility

noun

  1. The relation between opposing principles or forces or factors

    “The inherent antagonism of capitalism and socialism”

noun

  1. A state of deep-seated ill-will

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The inherent antagonism of capitalism and socialism

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