Cross Grained

C1 16+

Synonyms of cross grained

Antonyms of cross grained

Collocations of cross grained

stubborn person
Frequency: 70 %

He was known as a stubborn person who always stuck to his beliefs.

difficult task
Frequency: 60 %

Completing the project on time proved to be a difficult task due to its complexity.

uncooperative attitude
Frequency: 55 %

Dealing with her uncooperative attitude made the project more challenging.

contrary nature
Frequency: 50 %

Despite his good intentions, his contrary nature often led to misunderstandings.

oppositional behavior
Frequency: 45 %

The child displayed oppositional behavior towards authority figures.

Idiomatic Expressions for cross grained

  • Phrase: cross-grained wood
    Meaning: wood that is difficult to work with due to its irregular grain pattern
    Usage: The carpenter struggled to carve the cross-grained wood into shape.