Atrocious and Tender

Opposite meaning words

Atrocious adjective - Having or showing the desire to inflict severe pain and suffering on others.

Usage example: the atrocious treatment of prisoners at the camps

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Tender is an antonym for atrocious.

Nearby Words: atrocity, atrociously

Tender adjective - Having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others.

Usage example: an especially tender teacher who loves having kids with special educational needs in her class

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Atrocious is an antonym for tender.

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