Crossness and Friendliness

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Crossness noun - Readiness to show annoyance or impatience.

Usage example: a librarian who had a reputation for chronic crossness

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Friendliness is an antonym for crossness.

Nearby Word: crossly

Friendliness noun - Kindly concern, interest, or support.

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Crossness is an antonym for friendliness.

Nearby Words: friendly, friend, friendship

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Crossness & Friendliness. N.p., 2016. Web. 14 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/crossness/friendliness>.

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