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Opposite of to disregard as unimportant or insignificant
“Eloise would finally acknowledge the gravity of her drug abuse after Barry followed through with his threat of leaving.”
Opposite of to pretend to not notice someone or something
“Surely he will acknowledge me if I wear this suggestive dress.”
Opposite of to contravene an accepted rule or stipulation
“Follow the order and prevent the launch, General!”
Opposite of to waive any negative feelings towards something that would typically cause angst
“I'm sorry, but I have to disallow this marriage as you hardly know the man.”
Opposite of to disregard the rules and refuse to conform
Opposite of to rebuff, ignore, or spurn (someone) disdainfully
Opposite of to excuse or disregard as unimportant or insignificant
“They develop a rationalization of why they do what they do and feel cut off from social groups that disapprove or condemn their behavior.”
Opposite of to mark a person or entity as one to be shunned or banned
Opposite of to neglect or ignore something, sometimes inadvertently
“I would always remember to check the doors and windows before going to sleep.”
Opposite of to let someone down by abandoning or neglecting them
“Chase your dreams! We will always be here to support you.”
Opposite of to disregard and treat as unworthy of serious consideration
“Julie would entertain the idea of her daughter staying home the day after a severe bout of coughing.”
Opposite of to treat or regard with rudeness or contempt
“The English people were now quite ready to embrace their Queen's foreign husband.”
Opposite of to disregard, discount or overlook inconsiderately
Opposite of to ignore or pay no attention to someone or something
Opposite of to disregard or ignore something that would typically warrant attention
Opposite of to show an unwillingness to accept or engage with someone
“Don't change yourself because I accept you the way you are.”
Opposite of to avoid facing up to a difficult situation
Opposite of to omit, bypass or disregard (sections of a whole)
Opposite of to forget or put out of one's mind
Opposite of to leave (someone or something) alone
Opposite of to consciously evade an encounter with someone
“I try to seek out Alexia whenever I need some insightful ideas on how to live my life.”
(of time or an opportunity) Opposite of to fail to take advantage of
“Be sure to take this opportunity that only comes around once in a lifetime.”
Opposite of to not be able to experience or take advantage of (an opportunity or chance)
“Josh decided that he wished to experience the life-changing experience of climbing up Mount Everest.”
Opposite of to disregard as unimportant or insignificant
Opposite of to abandon or discontinue (a course of action or study)
“Maintain your focus and do not lose sight of your ultimate goal to become the world champion.”
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