Rancorous and Tender

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Rancorous adjective - Having or showing deep-seated resentment.

Usage example: a rancorous autobiography in which the author heaps blame on just about everyone who had the misfortune of knowing him

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Tender is an antonym for rancorous.

Nearby Words: rancor, rancour

Tender adjective - Easily injured without careful handling.

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Rancorous is an antonym for tender.

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