Opposite of to be or to provide an advantage to
“Being a couch potato harms your health.”
Opposite of to enhance the value of something, or to make more efficient
“Stress is believed to impair one's ability to regulate moods.”
Opposite of to make progress in the state or skill of
“His ability to perform will diminish when age catches up with him.”
(persists) Opposite of to be expectant of a positive outcome
“Unfortunately, the bad weather is expected to persist for a few more days.”
(worsens) Opposite of to be expectant of a positive outcome
“The condition of the wall is expected to worsen with time.”
Opposite of to recover or feel better
“For a couple of days he is able to speak, but then his condition begins to deteriorate.”
Opposite of to amend or repair
“Take hold of the crystal gingerly, as if you are afraid to break it.”
Opposite of to change one's attitude for the better
“Do not be discouraged if you have a day or two where you regress into bad habits.”
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