rub wrong way
- irritateCause mild anger
- annoyCause mild irritation
- grateFramework of metal bars
- bristleCoarse animal hair
- chafeIrritate by friction
rankle · nettle · peeve · aggravate · friction · abrasive · sandpaper · coarse · harsh · prickly · touchy · offensive · clash · tension · nerve · grind · rasp · scratch
interpersonal effect
rub wrong wayplease
Polite appeal word
soothe · charm · delight · put at ease · gratify
social rapport
rub wrong wayendear
Make beloved
ingratiate · win over · hit it off · captivate · grow on