Affability and Contrariness
Opposite meaning words
Affability
Affability noun - The state or quality of having a pleasant or agreeable manner in socializing with others.
Usage example: First Lady Dolley Madison was beloved by the nation for her affability toward people from all walks of life
Contrariness is an antonym for affability.
Contrariness
Contrariness noun - Refusal to obey.
Affability is an antonym for contrariness.
Nearby Word: contrary
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