Appealing and Obnoxious

Opposite meaning words

Appealing adjective - Having an often mysterious or magical power to attract.

Usage example: the idea of living on Mars is appealing to space enthusiasts

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Obnoxious is an antonym for appealing in attractive topic.

Nearby Words: appeal, appealed, appealable

Obnoxious adjective - Causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment.

Usage example: an obnoxious law that was widely flouted and engendered a whole new level of criminal activity

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Appealing is an antonym for obnoxious.

Nearby Word: obnoxiously

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