Both Uses
enmity
in
Romeo and Juliet
(Edited)
- I am proof against their enmity.
p. 75.1enmity = hatrededitor's notes: In this context, proof is a synonym for invincible or unbeatable.
- Poor sacrifices of our enmity!
p. 243.2 *enmity = hatred (for each other)editor's notes: This is Capulet and Montague discuss making statues of pure gold in memory of the deceased Romeo and Juliet.
Definitions:
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(1)
(enmity) hatred toward someone or between people -- typically long-lastingSynonym Comparison (if you're into word choice):
"Enmity" is used in place of synonyms like "hatred" to indicate a feeling that runs deeper and is typically longer in the making. - (2) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)