inimical

English

WOTD – 7 February 2007

Etymology

From Latin inimicus (“enemy”), from in- (“not”) + amicus (“friend”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ɪˈnɪmɪkəl/
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Adjective

inimical (comparative more inimical, superlative most inimical)

  1. Harmful in effect.
    Self-harm is inimical to the health of the participant.
  2. Unfriendly, hostile.
    Her inimical attitude precludes romance.

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