Imperiousness and Submissiveness
Opposite meaning words
Imperiousness
Imperiousness noun - An exaggerated sense of one's importance that shows itself in the making of excessive or unjustified claims.
Usage example: the imperiousness of that fashion designer irritates everyone around her
Submissiveness is an antonym for imperiousness.
Submissiveness
Submissiveness noun - A readiness or willingness to yield to the wishes of others.
Imperiousness is an antonym for submissiveness.
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