1. Plural of animus; a strong feeling of dislike, hostility, or ill will toward a person or group.
Usage: Usually used in formal or literary contexts; Often appears in phrases like 'animus against' or 'animus toward'
2. In Jungian psychology, the masculine aspect of a woman's personality or psyche.
Usage: technical; psychology

Examples

• The animuses between the two rival families had lasted for generations.
• Despite their professional relationship, there was clear animus in their interactions.
• The court found no evidence of animus in the defendant's actions.
• Historical animuses between neighboring countries made peace negotiations difficult.
• She worked to overcome the animuses that had divided the community for so long.