Affability and Grouchiness
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
Grouchiness is an antonym for affability.
Grouchiness
Grouchiness noun - Readiness to show annoyance or impatience.
Usage example: while some people thought that toddler's grouchiness was cute, it drove me nuts
Affability is an antonym for grouchiness.
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