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What is the opposite of detail?

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Noun
Opposite of an individual fact or item
“My intention is to encourage the reader to focus on the entirety of the text and to open up the reader's reflection on the dialogue.”
Noun
Opposite of a less significant item or fact
Noun
Opposite of the state or characteristic of being precise or meticulous
“It's obvious that this shoddy work was carried out with carelessness.”
Noun
Opposite of a small detachment of troops or police officers assigned with a special duty
“The two combat teams must fight as independent units until better visibility permits the corporal to regain direction and control of the squad as a whole.”
Noun
Opposite of a version or narrative of events or facts
Noun
Opposite of a fine or subtle detail or distinction
Noun
Opposite of a group of troops, aircraft, or ships sent away on a separate mission
Noun
Opposite of a minor or fine distinction or detail
Noun
Opposite of a group of people or animals of a particular kind
Noun
Opposite of a small individual part of something larger
“His sentence isn't necessarily a precedent for the generality of other cases of corruption.”
Noun
Opposite of information, typically having military, political or commercial value
“Where did we get this misinformation relating to the whereabouts of our targets?”
Noun
Opposite of a small distinctive detail or feature
“On his way into the forest, Kevin found a blemish on the otherwise pristine carpet of snow.”
Noun
(usually used in plural form "specifics") Opposite of a distinguishing piece of information
“At this stage, I can only provide a statement of generality for this case.”
Noun
Opposite of a spoken or written account of a person, object, or event
Noun
Opposite of a task or piece of work allocated to someone as part of a job or course of study
Noun
Opposite of the function assumed or part played by a person or thing in a particular situation
“Most users click the introduction link, further validating the uselessness of flash screens.”
Noun
Opposite of a particular aspect or feature of something
Noun
Opposite of a responsibility or duty assigned to someone
“His hands had been in his pockets, and he looked like he was up to no good, but, in reality, he was up to nothing.”
Noun
Opposite of an organized activity involving a number of people
Noun
Opposite of an element, feature, or factor that is liable to vary or change
“The world is always changing, and that is the one constant we can be sure of.”
Noun
Opposite of a responsibility or duty assigned to someone
“They've dropped the cowardice charges, but he's going to be charged with dereliction of duty.”
Noun
Opposite of a person carrying information to another
Noun
Opposite of an account of imaginary or real people and events told for entertainment
“The author intends for her next book to be a blend of fiction as well as non-fiction.”
Noun
Opposite of reports of recent events or facts
“Please refrain from spreading misinformation on the demonstrations outside the embassy.”
Noun
(usually "facts") Opposite of information or data which cannot be controverted
“You must make a determination based on the facts, rather than your personal feeling about the case.”
Noun
Opposite of an element, part or piece of a whole
Noun
Opposite of a subdivision of a larger military grouping
Verb
Opposite of to provide full information about
“While the doctor may restrict disclosure in order to help the patient, it is not allowable to withhold information regarding risks out of getting the patient to accept treatment.”
Verb
(typically military) Opposite of to assign (someone) to a specific task
“Individuals who are released following their last hearing must undergo the administrative procedures that formally dismiss the soldier from the military.”
Verb
Opposite of to state explicitly
Verb
Opposite of to specify or require as a condition
Verb
Opposite of to select for a given role or responsibility
Verb
Opposite of to create or add details to a basic outline or structure
Verb
Opposite of to give a detailed account in words of
“He would deliberately obfuscate his recollection of what had transpired that day to the authorities.”
Verb
Opposite of to explain something clearly and carefully
Verb
Opposite of to prepare something in advance
“The coach was out of ideas and it was now up the players to get creative and improvise.”
Verb
Opposite of to say as a further remark
“He would conceal a secret and take it to his grave.”
Verb
Opposite of to put in writing
“I would appreciate it if you could just allow me twenty minutes to read the newspaper this morning.”
Verb
Opposite of to be about
“The news report would ignore the recent reform bill.”
Verb
Opposite of to tell, publish or report on information
“Rose refused to suppress or be quiet about her outrage.”
Verb
Opposite of to give an enumerated account of
Verb
Opposite of to provide an explanation, interpretation, or paraphrase for (a text, word, etc.)
Verb
Opposite of to report on in published media
“Instead of promoting justice in the case, his reaction, along with a group of newspaper editors, has been to suppress information about the case.”
Verb
Opposite of to establish or stipulate as a previous condition
“Is the contract rigid enough to prevent any deviations from our agreement?”
Verb
Opposite of to mention as an example or reference
Verb
Opposite of to make a record of
“Make sure you delete any duplicates as this will affect the database.”
Verb
Opposite of to design, organize or arrange something in a methodical manner
Verb
Opposite of to place or transfer someone to a given location or position
Verb
Opposite of to assign to a specified place for a particular purpose, especially a military one
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