Softness and Virulence

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

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Virulence is an antonym for softness.

Nearby Words: soft, soften, softly, softening

Virulence noun - Biting sharpness of feeling or expression.

Usage example: I was surprised by the virulence of the criticism

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Softness is an antonym for virulence.

Nearby Word: virulent

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