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How do you spell Animosity?

Correct spelling

animosity

Remember ANIMUS (spirit) + -OSITY suffix - hostile spirit needs one 'M'

Why is animosity spelled this way?

From Latin animositas, boldness of spirit. ANIMUS (spirit). Animosity is spirit turned hostile — courage redirected into conflict.

Common misspellings of animosity

animocityanimossityanamosity

Example

The animosity between the rival teams was evident from their first encounter.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell animosity?+
The correct spelling is "animosity". Remember ANIMUS (spirit) + -OSITY suffix - hostile spirit needs one 'M'
Is it animocity or animosity?+
The correct spelling is "animosity", not "animocity".

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