3
trying(tough, harsh, awkward, grumpy, bad-tempered)
3
unconvinced(uncertain, hesitant, unsure, leery, disbelieving)
3
unsentimental(adjective, tough, unfeeling, impassive, unemotional)
3
withering(contempt, disapprobation)
2
abusive
2
antagonistic(adjective, bad, weak, gloomy, adverse)
2
bad-tempered(adjective, upset, tough, harsh, gloomy)
2
beetle-browed(adjective, sullen)
2
bigoted(adjective, opinion, description, judgement, judgmental)
2
blase(refined, practical, mature, cultured, classy)
2
broody(adjective, sullen)
2
bumptious
2
calumnious
2
catty
2
cautious
2
cavalier
2
chary
2
churlish(adjective, upset, tough, harsh, gloomy)
2
counterfeit
2
cramped
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