HOSTILE

Definition of HOSTILE

  1. (noun)troops belonging to the enemy's military forces
  2. (adj)characterized by enmity or ill will
  3. (adj)not belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally
  4. (adj)impossible to bring into friendly accord
  5. (adj)very unfavorable to life or growth
  6. (adj)unsolicited and resisted by the management of the target company (used of attempts to buy or take control of a business)