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Meaning of nastiness
The primary meaning of the word "nastiness" refers to the quality of being unpleasant, repulsive, or offensive.
Etymology of nastiness
The word "nastiness" originates from the Old English word "nastic" or "nastig", which is derived from "nast", an adjective meaning "dirty" or "filthy"
The word has been in use since the 14th century to describe something or someone as unpleasant or repulsive
Synonyms
meanness
spitefulness
ugliness
offensiveness
unpleasantness
disagreeableness
repulsiveness
distastefulness
coarseness
crudeness
vulgarity
obscenity
profanity
crudity
ribaldry
foulness
vileness
wickedness
evilness
malevolence
malice
rancor
bitterness
acrimony
animosity
hostility
antagonism
hatred
detestability
abhorrence
odiousness
loathsomeness
repugnance
disgustingness
Definitions
- The quality of being unpleasant, repulsive, or offensive
- * Behavior or speech that is unpleasant, repulsive, or offensive
Usage Examples
- The nastiness of the comment caught her off guard
- * The movie's nastiness was toned down for the TV version
- * The politician's nastiness towards his opponent was widely criticized
Antonyms
kindness
gentleness
pleasantness
agreeableness
loveliness
attractiveness
charm
delightfulness
politeness
courtesy
consideration
thoughtfulness
generosity
warmth
friendliness
affability
cordiality
sweetness
benevolence
graciousness
courtesy
civility