Mossy and Prickly

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Mossy adjective - Having passed its time of use or usefulness.

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Prickly is an antonym for mossy in topics: antiquated, tufted.

Nearby Words: moss, mossiness, mossed

Prickly adjective - Causing an unpleasant tingling sensation.

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Mossy is an antonym for prickly.

Nearby Words: prick, prickle, pricked, pricking, prickling

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