Bristle and Subdue

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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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Subdue is an antonym for bristle.

Nearby Words: bristly, bristling, bristled

Subdue verb - To achieve a victory over.

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Bristle is an antonym for subdue.

Nearby Words: subdual, subduing

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