Crossness and Impudence

Crossness

Crossness noun - Readiness to show annoyance or impatience.

Impudence and crossness are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Impudence" instead a noun "Crossness".

Nearby Word: crossly

Impudence

Impudence noun - Disrespectful or argumentative talk given in response to a command or request.
Usage example: my mother would not tolerate impudence from any of us

Crossness and impudence are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Crossness" instead a noun "Impudence".

Nearby Words: impudent, impudently

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