Alienating and Endearing

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Alienating adjective - Causing hostility or loss of friendliness.

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Endearing is an antonym for alienating.

Endearing adjective - Likely or intended to win one's affection.

Usage example: his impish sense of humor is one of his more endearing traits

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Alienating is an antonym for endearing.

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