adverb
- in a manner showing strong dislike, opposition, or aggression; in a way that is unfriendly or antagonistic
Examples
- She stared at him hostilely across the table.
- The crowd reacted hostilely to the controversial proposal.
- He spoke hostilely about his former business partner.
- The two nations regarded each other hostilely after the dispute.
- She responded hostilely when questioned about her decision.
- The audience received the speaker hostilely, booing and interrupting.
- They approached the negotiation hostilely, unwilling to compromise.