Meaning of 'hostile'

noun

troops belonging to the enemy's military forces

Example: "the platoon ran into a pack of hostiles"

adjective

unsolicited and resisted by the management of the target company ( used of attempts to buy or take control of a business)

Example: "hostile takeover"

adjective

not belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally

Example: "hostile naval and air forces"

adjective

very unfavorable to life or growth

Example: "a hostile climate"

Synonyms: uncongenial unfriendly

adjective

characterized by enmity or ill will

Example: "a hostile nation"

adjective

impossible to bring into friendly accord

Example: "hostile factions"