Odious and Pleasing

Opposite meaning words

Odious adjective - Causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment.

Usage example: an odious and unforgivable insult

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Pleasing is an antonym for odious in topics: offensive, hateful.

Nearby Words: odium, odiously

Pleasing adjective - Giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses.

Usage example: pleasing music in the background

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Odious is an antonym for pleasing.

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