Dour and Playful

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Dour adjective - Harsh and threatening in manner or appearance.

Usage example: a dour prison guard who didn't look like he'd be very understanding

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Playful is an antonym for dour.

Nearby Word: dourly

Playful adjective - Given to good-natured joking or teasing.

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Dour is an antonym for playful.

Nearby Words: play, played, playfulness, playing, playfully

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