Gentleness and Peevishness

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Gentleness noun - Acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered.

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Peevishness is an antonym for gentleness.

Nearby Word: gentle

Peevishness noun - Readiness to show annoyance or impatience.

Usage example: his constant peevishness made everyone around him cranky as well

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Gentleness is an antonym for peevishness.

Nearby Words: peevish, peevishly

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