gnashing

Example:In stark contrast, she sat there in silence, her teeth tightly clenched, her eyes staring off into a world of her own.

Definition:characterized by or full of silence or absence of sound. The opposite of gnashing, which implies noise and movement.

Example:He used to gnash his teeth in anger, but now he can calmly discuss his problems and find solutions.

Definition:without disturbance, trouble, or worry. Opposite in nature to gnashing, which indicates distress, anger, or pain.

Example:Everyone was joyful at the wedding, while he grappled with the gnashing of his teeth inside.

Definition:filled or inspiring with joy. Gnashing and joyful are opposite states, reflecting different emotional states.