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What does the word antagonise mean?

"Antagonize" means to provoke hostility or anger in someone. It's essentially the act of making someone your enemy or opponent.

Here are some synonyms for "antagonize":

* Provoke

* Irritate

* Incite

* Exasperate

* Vex

* Aggravate

* Alienate

Here are some examples of how you might use "antagonize":

* "The constant teasing antagonized the child, making him lash out."

* "The politician's inflammatory rhetoric antagonized voters on both sides of the issue."

* "The boss's critical attitude antagonized his employees, leading to low morale."

Remember, "antagonize" is a verb.

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