hostility

downright, open, outright

The new neighbors showed downright hostility toward anyone who moved into the street.

veiled

His veiled hostility toward his former business partner became obvious during their awkward meeting.

popular, public

The government faced mounting public hostility after announcing the controversial new tax policy.

feel

Many people felt growing hostility toward the new manager after the pay cuts were announced.

arouse, attract, provoke

His controversial comments provoked hostility from many members of the community.

be greeted with, be met with, encounter, face, meet with

The new manager faced considerable hostility from employees who preferred the previous leadership.

~ between

There was clear hostility between the two neighbors after the fence dispute.

~ against/to/towards

There was growing hostility towards the new manager among the team members.

cease, end, suspend

After weeks of fighting, the two countries decided to end hostilities and begin peace negotiations.

resume

After months of peace talks, the two nations resumed hostility along their border.

cease, end

After weeks of tension, hostilities finally ended when the two neighbors agreed to apologize.

~ against

There was growing hostility against the new shopping mall in our neighborhood.

~ between

There has been growing hostility between the neighboring communities for several months.