Rigorousness and Softness

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

Usage example: the rigorousness of the training paid off when the dance students performed brilliantly at the recital

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Softness is an antonym for rigorousness.

Softness noun - The quality or state of lacking strength of will or character.

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Rigorousness is an antonym for softness.

Nearby Words: soft, soften, softly, softening

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