Bellicosity and Gentleness

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Bellicosity noun - An inclination to fight or quarrel.

Usage example: the notorious bellicosity of the countries on the Balkan Peninsula over the centuries

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Gentleness is an antonym for bellicosity.

Nearby Word: bellicose

Gentleness noun - Acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered.

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Bellicosity is an antonym for gentleness.

Nearby Word: gentle

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