antagonize (Meaning)

Wordnet

antagonize (v)

provoke the hostility of

act in opposition to

Webster

To contend with; to oppose actively; to counteract.

Webster

To act in opposition.

It's important not to antagonize your colleagues, fostering a positive work environment.
Sarah unintentionally managed to antagonize her friend by criticizing her choices.
The political leader was careful not to antagonize opposing parties during delicate negotiations.
In a heated discussion, it's easy to antagonize others by dismissing their opinions without consideration.
The teacher warned the students not to antagonize each other during the group project, emphasizing the need for cooperation.
His sarcastic remarks had a tendency to antagonize those around him, leading to strained relationships.
The journalist faced criticism for her articles that seemed to antagonize certain groups within society.
It's crucial for diplomats to choose their words carefully and not antagonize international partners during negotiations.
The comedian delivered jokes that were humorous without aiming to antagonize any particular audience.
The manager reminded the team not to antagonize dissatisfied customers but instead find solutions to address their concerns.

provoke the hostility of, act in opposition toTo contend with; to oppose actively; to counteract., To act in opposition.

infuriate, enrage, anger, embitter,aggravate, estrange, empoison, alienate, set (against),sour

endear,appease, appease, assuage, placate, pacify, endear, placate, assuage, pacify

It's important not to antagonize your colleagues, fostering a positive work environment.

Sarah unintentionally managed to antagonize her friend by criticizing her choices.

The political leader was careful not to antagonize opposing parties during delicate negotiations.

In a heated discussion, it's easy to antagonize others by dismissing their opinions without consideration.