ETYM Latin inimicalis, from inimicus unfriendly, hostile; pref. in- not + amicus friendly. Related to Amity.
1. Having the disposition or temper of an enemy; unfriendly; unfavorable; -- chiefly applied to private, as hostile is to public, enmity.
2. Opposed in tendency, influence, or effects; antagonistic; inconsistent; incompatible; adverse; repugnant.
3. Hostile; unfavorable.