Definition of Animus
Animus
an·i·mus
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(noun)
basic attitude, motivation, or governing spirit, or one's intentions;
e.g. The basic animus of his personality was benevolent.
(noun)
an often prejudiced, spiteful, or malevolent ill will, a strong dislike;
e.g. Most people experience animus toward the unknown.
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