nonantagonistic

adjective

Definition of nonantagonisticnext
as in sympathetic

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonantagonistic
  1. sympathetic
  2. nonhostile
  3. hospitable
  4. social
  5. civil
  6. amiable
  7. friendly
  8. pleasant
Adjective
  • Some members of that crowd remain skeptical of Gabbard especially due to her past remarks about the Ukraine war that were sympathetic to Moscow and echoed by Russian state media — which has also praised her selection.
    Al Weaver, The Hill, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Gabbard has been accused by public officials for voicing an anti-American agenda that hurts American interests, including blaming the U.S. for the war in Ukraine and being sympathetic to U.S. adversaries.
    Selina Wang, ABC News, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of sympathetic
Adjective
  • But in this case, what lies behind the first door is not a dark and dreary cave but a vast field of blowing grass, visible far-off castles, unexplored ruins, hostile and nonhostile characters of all sorts, and several glowing trees planted at key locations on the map.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2022
  • And while cobras are shy, nonhostile creatures, would-be combatants would do well to bookmark our tips on how to survive a cobra bite.
    Maureen O'Hare, CNN, 4 Nov. 2022
Definition of nonhostile
Adjective
  • California’s tax incentive program is cited as the main culprit for driving creators outside of the city to more hospitable locations like Georgia and New York, as well as Australia and European locations like London.
    Kristen Lopez, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024
  • With just three tables indoors and two outdoors, there is no place more cozy or hospitable to indulge in manti, Turkey’s beloved dumplings.
    Lela London, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of hospitable
Adjective
  • Suitable for Exploring Complex or Sensitive Topics When dealing with subjects like mental health, family dynamics, or social justice issues, numbers might not tell the full story.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • One reason some people may turn to alcohol is because it’s perceived as a social lubricant.
    Andrea Kane, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of social
Adjective
  • In its least manageable moments, early motherhood must feel like an unpaid job with no breaks, an inarticulate boss and working conditions designed to strip all that’s civil from one’s sense of self.
    Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The federal civil case is against the school board, Superintendent Tracey Miller and board members Todd Wells, Tim DuFau, Robert Wooten, Jonathan Zimmerman and Amy Story.
    Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of civil
Adjective
  • The Spa is Worth the Whole Trip To begin, step into a world like no other at the Chuan Spa, where you’ll be greeted by amiable and accommodating staff who will assist in creating a soothing experience for you during your time here.
    Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
  • But Brown turns out to be an amiable businessman who identified a market inefficiency.
    Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2024
Definition of amiable
Adjective
  • As this year marks the 40th anniversary of Tetris, two games are coming to Switch online, accompanied by a friendly message from its creator, Alexey Pajitnov.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Some companies may even be holding off on big changes, hoping a friendlier White House will tilt the scale back in their favor.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of friendly
Adjective
  • Our tasters agreed that there was a pleasant, verdant, peppery aroma.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Anyone looking for a pleasant way to take daily vitamins: Gummy vitamins taste good and may feel like a small treat.
    Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of pleasant
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