Hatred, antagonism, or the opposite of love; feelings or actions directed against affection or attachment.
From 'counter-' (against) combined with 'love' (from Old English 'lufu'). This archaic or poetic term describes the emotional opposite of love, rarely used in modern English.
This beautiful word appears in Renaissance poetry and philosophy—writers explored 'counterlove' as philosophical opposite to romantic love, making it perfect for dramatic works about rivals and enemies.
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