a. [ L. inimicalis, fr. inimicus unfriendly, hostile; pref. in- not + amicus friendly. See Amity. ] [ 1913 Webster ] 1. Having the disposition or temper of an enemy; unfriendly; unfavorable; -- chiefly applied to private, as hostile is to public, enmity. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. Opposed in tendency, influence, or effects; antagonistic; inconsistent; incompatible; adverse; repugnant. [ 1913 Webster ] We are at war with a system, which, by its essence, is inimical to all other governments. Burke. [ 1913 Webster ] |