latent hostility

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Noun latent hostility has 1 sense

latent hostility, tension - feelings of hostility that are not manifest; "he could sense her latent hostility to him"; "the diplomats' first concern was to reduce international tensions"
--₁ is a kind of hostility, enmity, antagonism

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Dictionary Definitions - Latent Hostility

Definition:

Latent Hostility refers to hidden or concealed animosity or unfriendly feelings that are not openly expressed.

Examples:

As a noun:

She sensed a latent hostility in the room, even though everyone appeared friendly.
The team meeting had an atmosphere of latent hostility, making it difficult to have open discussions.

As an adjective:

His smile masked his latent hostile feelings towards his competitor.
The employee's latent hostile attitude became evident when he started criticizing his colleagues.

As an adverb:

The employees were working together, but latent hostilely, without showing their disagreements.

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