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HARSHNESS Antonyms

There are 6 antonyms of the word harshness. (opposite meanings)
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gentleness
nounn
noun

• the property possessed by a slope that is very gradual

• acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered

kindness
nounn
noun

• the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic

• tendency to be kind and forgiving

• a kind act

leniency
nounn
noun

• mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant

• a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone

• lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers

mildness
nounn
noun

• good weather with comfortable temperatures

• acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered

• mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant

softness
nounn
noun

• the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded

• poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)

• the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing

• a state of declining economic condition

• a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency

• a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare

• acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered

• the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines

• the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)

• a disposition to be lenient in judging others

tenderness
nounn
noun

• a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling

• a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched)

• warm compassionate feelings

• a positive feeling of liking

• a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)

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Alternatives for KINDNESS

Alternatives for LENIENCY

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