English Dictionary
Definition of “animus”
animus (ˈænɪməs
)
Definitions
noun
- intense dislike; hatred; animosity
- motive, intention, or purpose
- (in Jungian psychology) the masculine principle present in the female unconscious See also anima
Word Origin
C19: from Latin: mind, spirit
Synonyms
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ill will,
hate,
hostility,
hatred,
resentment,
bitterness,
malice,
animosity,
antagonism,
antipathy,
enmity,
acrimony,
rancour,
bad blood,
malevolence,
virulence,
malignity,
Usage examples
Francis suspected Cosmo had something of an animus against Veronica, perhaps an obsession, and wondered how well he knew her.
Dare Call It Treason What significance should we attach to the fact that, at least in certain respects, the university has come to be the target of such animus ?
The Australian (2004)Even the much-loved John Mills bore his animus for years, without knowing what had brought it on.
Times, Sunday Times (2004)Her animus thus began as a potentially helpful guide to a more secure place.
Van de Castle, Robert L., Our Dreaming Mind (1994)
