How to Pronounce Antagonistic

To pronounce "antagonistic", say ANT-ag-on-ist-ic — 5 syllables, IPA /æn.tæ.ɡə.ˈnɪs.tɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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12

Letters

/æn.tæ.ɡə.ˈnɪs.tɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “antagonistic

"antagonistic" has 5 syllables: ant-ag-on-ist-ic. It rhymes with altruistic and narcissistic, if that helps it stick.

What does antagonistic mean?

adjective

  1. Contending or acting against.
  2. Relating to an antagonist

Words that rhyme with antagonistic

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How many syllables are in "antagonistic"?

"Antagonistic" has 5 syllables: ant · ag · on · ist · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "antagonistic"?

The IPA transcription of "antagonistic" is /æn.tæ.ɡə.ˈnɪs.tɪk/.

What does "antagonistic" mean?

Antagonistic: Contending or acting against.

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