Barb and Commendation

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Barb

Barb noun - An act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings.
Usage example: delivered one last barb to his ex-girlfriend as he stalked away
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Synonyms for Barb
Commendation is an antonym for barb.
Nearby Words: barbed, barber, barbel

Commendation

Commendation noun - A formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed.
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Synonyms for Commendation
Antonyms for Commendation
Barb is an antonym for commendation.
Nearby Words: commendable, commended, commending, commendatory
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Antonyms for barb


Antonyms for commendation

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