Synonyms for Ill-natured
Top synonyms for “ill-natured”: atrabilious, bad-tempered, bilious, bristly, cantankerous, choleric, churlish, crabbed, and 65 more below.
Definition
- (adjective)having an irritable and unpleasant disposition
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Antonyms — opposite of Ill-natured
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "ill-natured"?
Common synonyms for "ill-natured" include atrabilious, bad-tempered, bilious, bristly, cantankerous, choleric. Our thesaurus lists 73 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "ill-natured"?
Antonyms for "ill-natured" include good-natured. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "ill-natured" mean?
having an irritable and unpleasant disposition
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