
Animus
Negative Emotion
Used to express deep negative feelings toward something or someone.
His animus against the new policy was evident in his speech.
Stronger Than Dislike
'Animus' suggests a profound and enduring hostility, more powerful than just dislike.
Her animus towards the competitor went beyond professional rivalry.
Not Physical
Refers to emotional sentiment, not physical action.
Despite his animus, he never actually confronted his adversary. Compare with
AnimosityAntagonismAntipathyEnmityHatredHostilityMaliceResent
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