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Meaning of ill will
A feeling of hostility or ill intent towards someone or something.
Etymology of ill will
The phrase "ill will" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, where "ill" meant "evil" or "bad", and "will" referred to a person's intention or desire
The phrase has been used since the 14th century to describe a feeling of hostility or ill intent towards someone or something
Synonyms
malice
spite
hostility
animosity
resentment
bitterness
rancor
hatred
anger
antagonism
antipathy
aversion
dislike
distrust
enmity
grudge
ill feeling
malevolence
malignity
nastiness
animus
bad blood
ill humor
irascibility
peevishness
pettishness
querulousness
testiness
unkindness
venom
Definitions
- A feeling of hostility or ill intent towards someone or something
- A strong dislike or animosity towards someone or something
- A desire to do harm or cause trouble to someone or something
Usage Examples
- The two companies have been holding ill will towards each other since the lawsuit
- She felt a strong sense of ill will towards her ex-boyfriend after the breakup
- The new policy has created ill will among the employees, who feel it is unfair
Antonyms
goodwill
amity
friendship
affection
kindness
benevolence
charity
generosity
cordiality
harmony
peace
concord
cooperation
mutual respect
understanding
empathy
sympathy
tolerance
patience
forbearance
leniency
gentleness