Dutiful and Froward

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Dutiful adjective - Marked by or showing proper regard for another's higher status.

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Froward is an antonym for dutiful.

Nearby Word: dutifully

Froward adjective - Engaging in or marked by childish misbehavior.

Usage example: their froward pranks are not appropriate in the workplace

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Dutiful is an antonym for froward.

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