animus
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/ˈæ.nɪ.məs/
English
Definitions
noun
- The basic impulses and instincts which govern one's actions.
- A feeling of enmity, animosity or ill will.
- The masculine aspect of the feminine psyche or personality.
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Synonyms
bad bloodanimosityantagonismhostileenmityhostilityresentmentbitternessanimainstinctur-mindanimatismobject-souldemonmotionanimal spirits