Hostile
Hostile adjective - Characterized by enmity or ill will.
Usage example: hostile actions
Nearby Word: hostility
Peaceful
Peaceful adjective - Inclined to live in peace and to avoid war.
Usage example: a peaceful tribe that had quietly inhabited these shores for centuries before the arrival of the Europeans
Both words in one sentence
- This new state may be peaceful or hostile, but it will probably come into conflict with humans at some point.
Source: Robot Republic -
The Mole: Weissen not only sent Baltzar to Baselland to teach but also spy on their military strength as the Weissen government wants to annex Baselland into their country whether by peaceful or hostile means.
Source: Manga / Gunka No Balzer - The latter series is about First Contact with both hostile and peaceful aliens.
Source: Standard Sci-Fi History
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