| ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ə|nistik, ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷-, -ēk adjective
also an·tag·o·nis·ti·cal -tə̇kəl, -ēk-
1. : characterized by or resulting from antagonism : marked by or arising from opposition, hostility, antipathy, or discord
slaves antagonistic to their master
antagonistic criticisms
: marked by counter tendencies : opposing
monopoly and free trade are antagonistic
2. of colors : complementary or nearly so
Synonyms: see adverse