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How do you spell Hostility?

Correct spelling

hostility

Remember HOSTILE + ITY - from Latin HOSTIS meaning enemy

Why is hostility spelled this way?

From Latin hostilitas, enmity. HOSTIS (enemy). Hostility is the stance toward an enemy — aggression that treats the other as a threat to be opposed.

Common misspellings of hostility

hostiltyhostillityhostalityhostelity

Example

The diplomat worked to reduce hostility between the two nations.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell hostility?+
The correct spelling is "hostility". Remember HOSTILE + ITY - from Latin HOSTIS meaning enemy
Is it hostilty or hostility?+
The correct spelling is "hostility", not "hostilty".

Other commonly misspelled words

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