Complaisant and Harsh

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Complaisant adjective - Showing a cheerful willingness to do favors for others.

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Harsh is an antonym for complaisant.

Nearby Word: complaisance

Harsh adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.

Usage example: a harsh judge when it comes to drug users and especially drug dealers

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Complaisant is an antonym for harsh.

Nearby Words: harshness, harshly

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