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Opposite of the state of being free from imprisonment or enslavement
“Not long after being released, Steven would find himself in captivity yet again.”
Opposite of the state of not being subjected to domination or subjugation
“William Wallace encouraged his fellow Scotsmen to fight against their servitude.”
(freedom from) Opposite of the state of being exempted from something undesirable
“Now that he was starting to make a lot of money, he began to dread his impending liability to heavy taxation.”
Opposite of one's right to speak, think or act
“With despotic governments, heavy censorship of speech and expression is common.”
Opposite of the power of self-determination
“Because I was caught misbehaving, my parents have placed a restriction on the amount of time I can spend on the PlayStation this week.”
Opposite of openness or familiarity in speech or behavior
“I was nervous, and I spoke to the president with a reservation that reflected my uneasiness.”
Opposite of forgiveness of sins, in a general sense
Opposite of exemption from a rule or usual requirement
Opposite of a privilege or right that exempts one from certain laws or rules
Opposite of relaxed or open friendliness or intimacy between people
Opposite of the practice of tolerating something, in particular differences of opinion or behaviour
Opposite of a moral or legal entitlement to have or do something
“The government's prohibition of chewing gum greatly angered the nation's citizens.”
Opposite of the absence of embarrassment, constraint, discomfort or awkwardness
“Capturing beautifully the awkwardness that follows a first intimate encounter, the scene evolves into a roller coaster of emotion.”
Opposite of approval, or permission to proceed
Opposite of a special right or advantage, granted or available only to a particular person or group
“They not only live in impoverished neighborhoods but have the disadvantage of poor education.”
Opposite of the act of releasing (someone) from their current state
“Pastor, I wondered if you had decided that his recruitment was dependent on his being required for the Omega mission.”
Opposite of able to be changed easily
Opposite of freedom from worries or problems
“Not that the life of the monk is meant to be miserable but it is nevertheless a life of hardship and deprivation in which one must find his peace.”
(figurative) Opposite of freedom from interference or bother
“Excuse the intrusion, but may I ask you a few questions?”
(the run of) Opposite of free and unrestricted use of or access to
“Downwardly mobile, despite their gentle origins, these men had limited resources and restricted access to luxurious apparel.”
Opposite of philosophical concept asserting freedom of choice and absence of predetermined outcomes
Opposite of a period or time free from engagement
“He couldn't get his head out of his work, and rarely did he spend quality time with his family.”
Opposite of mental or emotional calm
“I cannot help but feel some degree of discomposure if we do not get some travel insurance prior to our trip.”
Opposite of a break or intermission in work or activity
Opposite of the state of being equal in status, rights, or opportunities
“The inequality in the world just now is reprehensible, but human ingenuity and enterprise can triumph against the odds.”
Opposite of the state of feeling safe, stable, and free from fear or anxiety
“She had emotional insecurity, adjustment difficulties, intense emotional reactivity to trivial issues, and was submissive in interpersonal situations.”
Opposite of a complete lack of inhibition or restraint
“With the right mix of commitment, hard work, and restraint with junk food, his body transformation was a raging success.”
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