Hostile and Mate

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Hostile noun - One that is hostile toward another.

Usage example: reports of hostiles in the area kept the settlers on edge

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Mate is an antonym for hostile.

Nearby Word: hostility

Mate noun - Either of a pair matched in one or more qualities.

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Hostile is an antonym for mate.

Nearby Words: mated, mating, matey

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