Harshness and Pliability

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Harshness noun - The quality or state of being demanding or unyielding (as in discipline or criticism).

Usage example: was surprised at the harshness of the choirmaster's criticism, since he was usually pretty easygoing

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Pliability is an antonym for harshness.

Nearby Words: harsh, harshly

Pliability noun - Adaptability of mind or character.

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Harshness is an antonym for pliability.

Nearby Words: pliable, pliancy, pliably

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