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 were sympathetic to WBD’s argument that art should be separated from politics.
    Jake Kanter, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Likes, shares, and sympathetic comments lend a veneer of credibility to content that is, at its core, shallow or outright false.
    Luis E. Romero, Forbes, 18 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
  • With water, an energy source in the form of heat, and potentially organic compounds, scientists say Europa could be hospitable for alien life.
    Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2024
  • 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
Definition of hospitable
Adjective
  • Studies have found that social isolation increases the odds of developing hypertension and dementia and even shortens life spans.
    Erin Lowry, Orlando Sentinel, 28 Dec. 2024
  • In countries like Vietnam, cultural attitudes and supportive social structures contribute to relatively low mental health risks.
    Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Definition of social
Adjective
  • Legal Action and Broader Implications The Nebraska Attorney General is seeking civil penalties, restitution for affected residents, and injunctive relief to prevent similar incidents.
    Lars Daniel, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • What starts as a civil split soon becomes strained as the couple grapples with the harsh realities of their new living arrangements.
    Jamie Lang, Variety, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of civil
Adjective
  • Federal prosecutors allege that Chinese spies have been operating in the San Gabriel Valley, seeking to influence local political leaders in hopes of cultivating allies amiable to China-friendly policies, including opposition to Taiwan‘s independence.
    Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
  • 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
Definition of amiable
Adjective
  • McCabe Pub McCabe Pub remained a local destination for comfort food, cold beers and friendly service for over 40 years before shutting down in January 2024.
    Hadley Hitson, The Tennessean, 30 Dec. 2024
  • In a statement, City Manager Brian Saeki declined to comment on the litigation but described the promenade as the centerpiece of a decades-long effort to support local businesses and make the Uptown area more pedestrian friendly.
    Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of friendly
Adjective
  • Nissan's Zero Gravity seats up front make the area a pleasant place to spend a day.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Romy ping-pongs between a glassy-chic Manhattan apartment and a pleasant, sprawling house that’s just a short, enviable drive from the city.
    Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of pleasant
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