antagonize
[ɛənˈtæɡ.ə.naɪz]
UK: /ænˈtæɡ.ɪ.naɪz/
ƐƏNTÆꞬ · ə · naɪz (3 syllables)
English
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Definition
To work against; to oppose (especially to incite a reaction).
Etymology
From Ancient Greek ἀνταγωνίζομαι (antagōnízomai), from ἀντι- (anti-) + ἀγωνίζομαι (agōnízomai).
Example Sentences
- "The other children constantly antagonized Joe to the point of tears."
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