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Opposite of anxious and eager, especially to begin something
“The teachers needed a selection of books that would catch the reluctant readers' attention and hook them on reading.”
Opposite of feeling restless due to being eager
“His dignity and refinement and focus and calm manner add up to a state of grace worthy of a man.”
Opposite of having or showing a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked
“Her first day was filled with jeering and taunts but she remained patient with them.”
Opposite of not having the tolerance or patience for someone or something
“Perhaps unsurprisingly, it seems older people are less tolerant of shoddy service than younger people.”
Opposite of eagerly wishing or wanting of something or someone
Opposite of having a tendency to be easily annoyed or angered
Opposite of having or showing a keen interest in or enthusiasm for something
(affable) Opposite of having a tendency to be easily annoyed or angered
(charming) Opposite of having a tendency to be easily annoyed or angered
Opposite of characterized by dissatisfaction or disgruntlement
Opposite of irritable and inclined to speak sharply
Opposite of having an intense or passionate interest
“In contrast to Sansa, Arya was apathetic with being a noble lady, and was more interested in fighting with swords.”
Opposite of feeling anxiety or worry
Opposite of having or showing a tendency to be easily annoyed or angered
Opposite of rather rude, curt or abrupt in speech or manner
Opposite of possessing, or controlled by ambition
“At a time when apathetic youngsters are the hot topic of political debate, he is the exception that proves the rule.”
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