Definition of: antipathy

(an·tip′ə·thē) noun plural ·thies
1. An instinctive feeling of aversion or dislike.
2. One who or that which excites aversion. [<Gk. antipatheia <anti- against + pathein feel, suffer] Synonyms: abhorrence, antagonism, aversion, detestation, disgust, dislike, distaste, hatred, hostility, loathing, opposition, repugnance, uncongeniality. Antipathy, repugnance, and uncongeniality are instinctive; other forms of dislike may be acquired or cherished for cause. Compare ACRIMONY, ANGER, HATRED. Antonyms: affinity, agreement, attraction, congeniality, harmony, kindliness, partiality, predilection, regard, sympathy.