Delightful and Riling

Opposite meaning words

Delightful adjective - Giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses.

Usage example: a delightful rendition of our favorite song

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Riling is an antonym for delightful.

Riling adjective - Causing annoyance.

Usage example: a riling habit that drives his wife crazy

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Delightful is an antonym for riling.

Nearby Words: rile, riled

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