Sure you can take that view, you're absolutely right that the exact definition of a hostile takeover is one that is carried out against the wishes of the board.

Sure you can take that view, you're absolutely right that the exact definition of a hostile takeover is one that is carried out against the wishes of the board. Having said that...if I'm the minority and I don't agree with the takeover then as far as I'm concerned, it's hostile! :)