Combativeness and Kindliness

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Combativeness noun - An inclination to fight or quarrel.

Usage example: the boxer was known more for his unbridled combativeness than for his technical skill

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Kindliness is an antonym for combativeness.

Kindliness noun - Kindly concern, interest, or support.

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Combativeness is an antonym for kindliness.

Nearby Words: kind, kindly, kindness, kindling

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