Amorous and Despiteful

Amorous

Amorous adjective - Of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire.

Despiteful is an antonym for amorous.

Nearby Words: amoral, amour, amorousness, amorously, amor

Despiteful

Despiteful adjective - Having or showing a desire to cause someone pain or suffering for the sheer enjoyment of it.
Usage example: despiteful treatment of his poor relations during their visit

Amorous is an antonym for despiteful.
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