Crossness and Pique

Crossness

Crossness noun - Readiness to show annoyance or impatience.

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

Nearby Word: crossly

Pique

Pique noun - The feeling of being offended or resentful after a slight or indignity.

Crossness and pique are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Crossness" instead a noun "Pique".

Nearby Words: piqued, piquing, piquet
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