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ANODYNE Antonyms

There are 6 antonyms of the word anodyne. (opposite meanings)

Best Opposite Words For ANODYNE

WordSaveSyns..UsageType
harsh
adjectiveadj
adjective

• of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles

adjective satellite

• unpleasantly stern

• unpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses

• unkind or cruel or uncivil

• severe

• sharply disagreeable; rigorous

incendiary
adjectiveadj
adjective

• involving deliberate burning of property

noun

• a criminal who illegally sets fire to property

• a bomb that is designed to start fires; is most effective against flammable targets (such as fuel)

adjective satellite

• arousing to action or rebellion

• capable of catching fire spontaneously or causing fires or burning readily

inflammatory
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• characterized or caused by inflammation

• arousing to action or rebellion

painful
adjectiveadj
adjective

• causing physical or psychological pain

adjective satellite

• causing misery or pain or distress

• exceptionally bad or displeasing

• causing physical discomfort

provocative
adjectiveadj
adjective

• serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy

adjective satellite

• intentionally arousing sexual desire

threatening
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments

• darkened by clouds

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