Here's a breakdown:
* Provoke: To cause someone to become angry or upset.
* Hostility: A feeling of intense dislike or opposition.
* Opposition: The act of disagreeing with or resisting something.
Examples:
* "The protesters antagonized the police by throwing rocks."
* "Don't antagonize your boss by constantly disagreeing with them."
* "The lawyer's aggressive questioning antagonized the witness."
Synonyms:
* Provoke
* Incite
* Irritate
* Exasperate
* Aggravate
* Infuriate
Antonyms:
* Appease
* Soothe
* Placate
* Reconcile
* Harmonize