hostile
adjective | hos·tile
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: having an intimidating, antagonistic, or offensive nature a hostile work environment
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a : of or relating to an opposing party in a legal action a hostile claim
b : unwelcome by or contrary to the interests of corporate stockholders or management a hostile takeover bid
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a : adverse to or incompatible with the interests of a property owner a hostile use — see also adverse possession at possession, easement by prescription at easement, prescription 1
b : unwelcome by or contrary to the interests of corporate stockholders or management a hostile takeover bid