Animosity Definition & Meaning

animosity
noun
  1. a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility

"Animosity" in song lyrics

See how animosity is used in real songs:

  • "Animosity"
    C-Murder f/ Mercedes — Life or Death
  • "Got animosity"
    DJ Taz f/ Raheem the Dream — That's Right
  • "My philosophy, it was jealousy, or evil animosity"
    Eightball w/ Psycho Drama — Drama in My Life

Usage tips for "animosity"

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