Synonyms|443Antonyms|108|Broader|3Narrower|0Related|655
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polarizing
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powerful(adjective, cruel, vicious, brutal, aggressive)
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pugilistic
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pushing
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pushy
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quick-tempered
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rancorous(adjective, mean, nasty, unfriendly, hateful)
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rasping
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raspy
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refractory(adjective, hard, severe, rough, harsh)
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resentful(adjective, hostile, angry, offended, indignant)
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rocky
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rowdy
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ructious(difficult, energetic, hostile, antagonistic, turbulent)
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ruffianly(adjective, hard, severe, rough, harsh)
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saber-rattling
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sanguinary
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sanguineous
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self-assertive
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shrewish
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