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- [kraws-nis, kros-]
- /ˈkrɔs nɪs, ˈkrɒs-/
- /ˈkrɒ.snəs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kraws-nis, kros-]
- /ˈkrɔs nɪs, ˈkrɒs-/
Definitions of crossness word
- noun crossness the quality or state of being cross or angry; irritability; snappishness. 1
- noun crossness The state of being cross; mild anger. 1
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Origin of crossness
First appearance:
before 1590 One of the 37% oldest English words
First recorded in 1590-1600; cross + -ness
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Parts of speech for Crossness
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
crossness popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 72% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
crossness usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for crossness
noun crossness
- irritability — the quality or state of being irritable.
- acrimony — Acrimony is bitter and angry words or quarrels.
- sullenness — showing irritation or ill humor by a gloomy silence or reserve.
- tartness — sharp to the taste; sour or acid: Tart apples are best for pie. Synonyms: astringent, acrid, piquant. Antonyms: sweet, sugary, bland, mellow.
- sharpness — having a thin cutting edge or a fine point; well-adapted for cutting or piercing: a sharp knife.
Antonyms for crossness
noun crossness
- contentment — Contentment is a feeling of quiet happiness and satisfaction.
- calmness — without rough motion; still or nearly still: a calm sea.
- happiness — the quality or state of being happy.
- mildness — amiably gentle or temperate in feeling or behavior toward others.
- courtesy — Courtesy is politeness, respect, and consideration for others.
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