Crossness and Kindliness

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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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Kindliness is an antonym for crossness.

Nearby Word: crossly

Kindliness noun - Kindly concern, interest, or support.

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Crossness is an antonym for kindliness.

Nearby Words: kind, kindly, kindness, kindling

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