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Antagonistic (Adjective)

Used especially of drugs or muscles that counteract or neutralize each other's effect.

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Indicating opposition or resistance.

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The government faced antagonistic forces from the opposition party who were strongly against the new policy.
The two siblings had an antagonistic relationship, constantly arguing and competing with each other.
The company's new marketing strategy was met with antagonistic feedback from loyal customers who felt it misrepresented the brand.
The scientist's theory was initially met with antagonistic reactions from the academic community, but she persevered and eventually proved it to be correct.
The country's two major parties had a long history of antagonistic politics, often resulting in gridlock and inaction in the legislature.