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crossness Synonyms

Another word for crossness

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• noun (Context 1)

The state or quality of being mildly angry, annoyed, or irritable; bad temper.

Usage Example

"She tried to hide her irritability when the train was delayed for the third time that week."

Strongest
irritability
annoyance
bad temper
grouchiness
grumpiness
Strong
ill humor
peevishness
crabbiness
petulance
vexation

Opposites of crossness

The opposite of crossness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

cheerfulness
good humor
pleasantness
amiability
patience
equanimity
See all opposites of crossness

• Nearby Words

crossheading
crossing
crossly
crossness
crossover
crosspiece
crosspost

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Crossness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/crossness
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