Crossness and Cordiality

Crossness

Crossness noun - Readiness to show annoyance or impatience.
Usage example: a librarian who had a reputation for chronic crossness

Cordiality is an antonym for crossness.

Nearby Word: crossly

Cordiality

Cordiality noun - Kindly concern, interest, or support.

Crossness is an antonym for cordiality.

Nearby Words: cordial, cordially
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