Flinty and Tender

Opposite meaning words

Flinty adjective - Harsh and threatening in manner or appearance.

Usage example: wrestling opponents intimidating each other with flinty stares

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Tender is an antonym for flinty.

Nearby Word: flint

Tender adjective - Easily injured without careful handling.

Usage example: tender pride that got bruised when his girlfriend dumped him

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Flinty is an antonym for tender.

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