Opposite of having a considerate or kindly disposition
“He was a rough man who was prone to obscenities and bad behavior.”
Opposite of mild in effect or degree
“He heard the coarse and agitated voice of his angry mother calling out to him.”
(of a slope) Opposite of gradual, not steep
“He found it difficult to ride his bike up the steep slope.”
Opposite of low in volume
“She was a boisterous person who spoke with a loud tone of voice.”
(of an animal) Opposite of tame or domesticated
“The wild dog was untamed and a danger to children.”
(archaic, of a person) Opposite of having the characteristics attributed to noble birth
“My guests were plebeian folk with an unrefined etiquette.”
(of climate or weather) Opposite of not aggressive or violent in nature
“A powerful storm is brewing.”
Opposite of kind or lenient, often to excess
“His parents were strict disciplinarians who often had unrealistic expectations.”
(of words or language) Opposite of soothing and not harsh or angry
“They might be saying little in public but under the cloak of anonymity, plenty of harsh words are being uttered.”
Opposite of having an easygoing and pleasing manner, especially in social situations
“Ryan is so rude, and would often make disrespectful gesticulations when provoked.”
Opposite of denotes kindness and generosity
“It is possible that you are antisocial, misanthropic, or in need of a good shrink.”
Opposite of not easily upset or excited
Opposite of quiet, and ready to do what other people say
Opposite of easygoing in temperament
“Gabriel did not need a weapon to appear intimidating as his size and unapproachable demeanor accomplished that well enough.”
Opposite of of or pertaining to a maiden
Opposite of acting or done at leisure
Opposite of slow or unhurried
Opposite of serving to alleviate a person's feelings of grief or distress
Opposite of not able or likely to cause harm
(of a mixture or effect) Opposite of delicately complex and understated
“His tragic past is having an obvious impact on his mental health.”
Opposite of willing or prone to give way to the influence of others
“We must be intransigent in our stance against any form of discrimination.”
Opposite of laid back and unhurried
“The frenetic action and strategic nuances of this sport make it exhilarating, yet fascinating.”
Humble in position or status
Opposite of free from strife or disturbance
“Margaret was relieved to be home after a busy day at the office.”
Opposite of to make or become gentle
“She was a gentle woman but she would uncharacteristically sharpen her tone around her husband.”
Opposite of to touch with the intention of having a calming effect
“The last thing a trainer should do is to strike their horse.”
Opposite of to assuage the agitation or anger of (someone)
“His wife was irate with him and he would aggravate her further by not buying her a present.”
Opposite of to touch or stroke gently or lovingly
Opposite of to tame (an animal) and keep it as a pet or on a farm
(archaic) Opposite of a person of high birth
“A commoner merits the same kindness and respect as one would accord to a gentle.”
Opposite of one of the aristocracy, nobility, or people of rank in a community
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