Grate and Miff

Grate

Grate verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: unintentionally or not, you say rude things that grate people

Miff and grate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Miff" instead a verb "Grate".

Nearby Words: grating, grated, grater

Miff

Miff verb - Cause to be annoyed.

Grate and miff are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Grate" instead a verb "Miff".

Nearby Word: miffed
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