antagonism meaning
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INTERFERENCE antagonism - (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure interference, hinderance, hindrance - the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding
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Detente Translation 1. A relaxing or easing, as of tension between rivals. 2. A policy toward a rival nation or bloc characterized by increased diplomatic, commercial, and cultural contact and a desire to reduce tensions, as through negotiation or talks.
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- • ANERGY (noun) The noun ANERGY has 2 senses: 1. reduction or lack of an immune response to a specific antigen. 2. inactivity and lack of energy. Familiarity information: ANERGY used as a noun is rare.
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antipathy noun. 1  Antipathy is defined as a strong feeling of opposition or dislike. An example of antipathy is how a staunch Republican might feel about a Democrat. 2  The definition of antipathy is something which is naturally opposed or disliked. An example of an antipathy is a tarantula.
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- /ɪnˈtɑːlərəns/ noun [noncount] 1  intolerance towards/to outsiders. 2  fighting the forces of racism and intolerance. 3  a campaign against religious intolerance.  lactose intolerance.
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Antipathy Antipathy is a voluntary or involuntary dislike for something or somebody, the opposite of sympathy.hus, the origin of antipathy has been subject to various philosophical and psychological explanations, which some people find convincing and others regard as highly speculative. The exploration of a philosophical aspect for antipathy has been found in an essay by John Locke, an early modern 17th century philosopher.
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Hatred For the video game, see Hatred (video game). Hatred or hate is a deep and extreme emotional dislike. It can be directed against individuals, groups, entities, objects, behaviors, or ideas. Hatred is often associated with feelings of anger, disgust and a disposition towards hostility.
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- Antagonist: A substance that acts against and blocks an action. Antagonist is the opposite of agonist. Antagonists and agonists are key players in the chemistry of the human body and in pharmacology.
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avoidance a·void·ance (ə-void′ns) n. 1. The act of shunning or avoiding. 2. Law An annulment. avoidance Individual and/or unit measures taken to avoid or minimize nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) attacks and reduce the effects of NBC hazards.
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Physiological agonism and antagonism Physiological agonism and antagonism. Physiological agonism describes the action of a substance which ultimately produces the same effects in the body as another substance—as if they were both agonists at the same receptor—without actually binding to the same receptor.
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- Define antagonist: one that contends with or opposes another : adversary, opponent — antagonist in a sentence one that contends with or opposes another : adversary, opponent; an agent of physiological antagonism: such as… See the full definition
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Aggression Aggression is overt, often harmful, social interaction with the intention of inflicting damage or other unpleasantness upon another individual. It may occur either in retaliation or without provocation. In humans, frustration due to blocked goals can cause aggression.
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Hatred Hatred or hate is a deep and extreme emotional dislike. It can be directed against individuals, groups, entities, objects, behaviors, or ideas. Hatred is often associated with feelings of anger, disgust and a disposition towards hostility.
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Physiological agonism and antagonism Physiological antagonism describes the behavior of a substance that produces effects counteracting those of another substance (a result similar to that produced by an antagonist blocking the action of an agonist at the same receptor) using a mechanism that does not involve binding to the same receptor. 1 Examples.
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confrontation Figuratively, this term refers to a personal confrontation for which one must gather courage. in the teeth of In direct opposition to; straight against, without a buffer; confronting, face to face; in defiance or in spite of. This expression of unknown origin dates from the 13th century.
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- The highest elevations on the Island of Hawaii are on Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, the tops of which are both about 4 km above sea level. The base of these shield volcanoes is at a depth of about 5 km below sea level. Thus, the total relief of the volcanoes is about 9 km (almost 30,000 ft).auna Loa (above) is one of the shield volcanoes that make up the Island of Hawaii. This photograph was taken from the south flank of Mauna Kea, which is another one of the shield volcanoes that make up the island.
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Agonism The descriptive form of agonism can be seen in the critique of pluralism in political science raised by the American political theorist William E. Connolly.
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animosity Learner's definition of ANIMOSITY. : a strong feeling of dislike or hatred. [noncount] There has always been animosity [=hostility] between them. [=they have always disliked each other] He felt nothing but animosity toward his boss. [=he disliked his boss very much]
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- 1 first-person singular (eu) present subjunctive of antagonizar. 2  third-person singular (ele and ela, also used with você and others) present subjunctive of antagonizar. 3  third-person singular (você) affirmative imperative of antagonizar.  third-person singular (você) negative imperative of antagonizar.
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Definitions &Translations Freebase(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Animosity is the third studio album by Sevendust, released on November 13, 2001 through TVT Records. The album appeared on the Billboard 200, remained there for thirteen weeks and peaked at 28 on December 1, 2001. Animosity was certified gold on March 11, 2002 through the Recording Industry Association of America. Sevendust released five variations of the album.
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animosity [noncount] 1  There has always been animosity [=hostility] between them. [=they have always disliked each other] 2  He felt nothing but animosity toward his boss. [=he disliked his boss very much]
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Definitions &Translations Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word opponent. Princeton's WordNet(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: opposition, opponent, opposite(noun) a contestant that you are matched against. adversary, antagonist, opponent, opposer, resister(adj) someone who offers opposition.
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animosity There's a great deal of animosity here. The definition of animosity is strong ill will or dislike. Two neighbors constantly fighting over a property line are an example of people who are sharing a feeling of animosity. animosity. pl. animosity.
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- bacterial antagonism. Definitions: 1. the inhibition of one bacterium by another. The definition information for bacterial antagonism is provided by Stedman's.
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- Antagonist: A substance that acts against and blocks an action. Antagonist is the opposite of agonist. Antagonists and agonists are key players in the chemistry of the human body and in pharmacology.ntagonist: A substance that acts against and blocks an action. Antagonist is the opposite of agonist. Antagonists and agonists are key players in the chemistry of the human body and in pharmacology.
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anti-American an•ti-A•mer•i•can. 1. opposed or hostile to the U.S. or to its people, principles, or policies. 2. an anti-American person. [1765–75, Amer.