Hostility

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Hostility

Hostility (/hɒˈstɪlɪti/), from the Latin hostilitas, is a form of aggressive behavior characterized by antagonism and unfriendliness. It can be a central aspect of personality disorders, mental health disorders, and various types of chronic diseases.

Etymology

The term "hostility" comes from the Latin hostilitas, which means "enmity" or "animosity". It was first used in English in the late 15th century.

Definition

Hostility is a complex psychological state that combines feelings of anger, contempt, and resentment. It is often associated with aggressive behaviors and a negative attitude towards others. Hostility can manifest in various ways, including verbal aggression, physical aggression, and passive-aggressive behavior.

Related Terms

  • Aggression: A range of behaviors that can result in both physical and psychological harm to oneself, others, or objects in the environment.
  • Antagonism: Active hostility or opposition.
  • Resentment: The feeling of displeasure or indignation at some act, remark, person, etc., regarded as causing injury or insult.
  • Personality Disorders: A type of mental disorder in which you have a rigid and unhealthy pattern of thinking, functioning, and behaving.
  • Mental Health Disorders: A wide range of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior.

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