Antonyms — Choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to ‘‘HOSTILITY’’ (relationship tones: enmity vs. amity).

Difficulty: Easy

Courtesy
Hospitality
Relationship
Friendliness

Correct Answer: Friendliness

Explanation:

Given data

Noun: HOSTILITY = enmity; antagonism
Options: Courtesy; Hospitality; Relationship; Friendliness

Concept/Approach
The true opposite state is 'Friendliness' which conveys warmth and goodwill.

Why the others are not best opposites
Courtesy: polite behavior; not necessarily the absence of hostility.Hospitality: friendly reception of guests; specific context, not a general antonym of hostility.Relationship: neutral term; not antonymic.

Usage
Hostility between neighbors ↔ friendliness between neighbors.

Final Answer
Friendliness

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