24
violent(adjective, state, temper, mean, severe)
22
harsh(adjective, state, rough, temper, calm)
14
rough(adjective, state, temper, mean, rude)
11
strong(adjective, state, temper, dull, mean)
10
cruel(adjective, state, good, kind, rough)
10
unkind(adjective, state, temper, mean, friendly)
10
severe(adjective, state, dull, light, rough)
8
abrading(adjective, state, temper)
8
abrasive(adjective, state, temper)
8
aggressive(adjective, state, temper)
8
agitated(adjective, state, temper)
8
bitter(adjective, state, temper)
8
blaring(adjective, state, temper)
8
blasting(adjective, state, temper)
8
bleak(adjective, state, temper)
8
blustering(adjective, state, temper)
8
blustery(adjective, state, temper)
8
booming(adjective, state, temper)
8
brazen(adjective, state, temper)
8
breezy(adjective, state, temper)
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