Synonyms for Antipathetic
Definition of antipathetic
- adjective
- (usually followed by `to') strongly opposed; "antipathetic to new ideas"; "averse to taking risks"; "loath to go on such short notice"; "clearly indisposed to grant their request"
- characterized by antagonism or antipathy; "slaves antagonistic to their masters"; "antipathetic factions within the party"
7 synonyms found
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