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hostilities Definition and Meaning in English (hostilities definition)

noun
Synonyms:warfarefightingcombat
Quick Answer • Definition

Hostilities definition: Hostilities refer to acts of warfare or armed conflict between opposing nations or groups.

Definitions of Hostilities

  1. 1noun(formal)

    Hostilities refer to acts of warfare or armed conflict between opposing nations or groups.

  2. 2noun

    Hostilities can also describe a general state of antagonism or unfriendliness, often leading to conflict.

Example Sentences

formal

“The two nations agreed to cease hostilities at midnight.”

formal

“After years of hostilities, a peace treaty was finally signed.”

formal

“The UN called for an immediate end to hostilities in the region.”

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nounhostility
adjectivehostile
adverbhostilely

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