asperity
noun | /asperity/
Advanced WordsHARD
harshness of tone or manner; severity
asperity
noun | /asperity/
Advanced WordsHARDharshness of tone or manner; severity
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Synonyms
harshnessseveritysharpnessroughnessbitterness
Antonyms
gentlenessmildnesskindnesssoftness
Examples
"She addressed him with asperity."
"The asperity in his voice was unmistakable."
Mnemonic Trick
Asperity = A Spear → Harsh and sharp in tone.
Etymology
From Latin asperitas = roughness
asper = rough
Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/28/2025
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