Contentiousness and Grouchiness

Contentiousness

Contentiousness noun - An inclination to fight or quarrel.
Usage example: his natural tendency towards contentiousness made him a poor choice for a diplomatic post

Grouchiness and contentiousness are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Grouchiness" instead a noun "Contentiousness".

Grouchiness

Grouchiness noun - Readiness to show annoyance or impatience.
Usage example: while some people thought that toddler's grouchiness was cute, it drove me nuts

Contentiousness and grouchiness are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contentiousness" instead a noun "Grouchiness".
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