Bristle and Pacify

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Bristle verb - To express one's anger usually violently.

Usage example: the man bristled at the accusation, and threatened to file a lawsuit

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Pacify is an antonym for bristle.

Nearby Words: bristly, bristling, bristled

Pacify verb - To lessen the anger or agitation of.

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Bristle is an antonym for pacify.

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