Dudgeon and Pacification

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

Usage example: stomped off in high dudgeon after having his honor questioned

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Pacification is an antonym for dudgeon.

Pacification noun - The act of appeasing someone or causing someone to be more favorably inclined.

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Dudgeon is an antonym for pacification.

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