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Advanced level · 11+ exam standard

abrasive

adjective

What it means

Advanced Character & personality

rough and harsh, either in manner or to the touch

Her abrasive shout scared her teammates.

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  • affable

    adj.Advanced

    friendly, pleasant and easy to talk to

    Similar:
    friendly
    Opposite:
    aloof
  • aloof

    adj.Advanced

    distant and unfriendly, keeping apart from others

    Similar:
    distant
    Opposite:
    approachable
  • apathetic

    adj.Advanced

    showing no interest, energy or concern about anything

    Similar:
    indifferent
    Opposite:
    eager
  • apathy

    nounAdvanced

    a lack of interest or care about anything

    Similar:
    indifference
    Opposite:
    enthusiasm
  • ardour

    nounAdvanced

    strong, eager feeling or enthusiasm for something

    Similar:
    passion
    Opposite:
    apathy
  • arrogance

    nounAdvanced

    a proud attitude of thinking you are better than others

    Similar:
    conceit
    Opposite:
    humbleness
  • artful

    adj.Advanced

    clever at getting what you want, often by tricks

    Similar:
    crafty
    Opposite:
    awkward
  • astute

    adj.Advanced

    clever and quick at noticing things and judging them well

    Similar:
    clever
    Opposite:
    foolish