1. An environment or setting characterized by tension, unfriendliness, aggression, or animosity between people or groups
The meeting took place in a hostile atmosphere after the conflict between the two teams.
A reunião ocorreu em uma atmosfera hostil após o conflito entre os dois times.
2. A climate of opposition, resistance, or antagonism toward a person, idea, or initiative
The new policy was introduced in a hostile atmosphere from the start.
A nova política foi introduzida em uma atmosfera hostil desde o início.