(especially of color, sounds, taste, etc.) Opposite of subtle or muted in nature
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Opposite of restrained or understated to some degree
Opposite of containing a significant or excess amount of liquid or water
(of a mixture or effect) Opposite of delicately complex and understated
“His tragic past is having an obvious impact on his mental health.”
(especially of color, sounds, taste, etc.) Opposite of subtle or muted in nature
“Otis's unique contribution was in finding the perfect way to make his bold sounds enhance but never to intrude upon the sounds of the Chicago blues.”
Opposite of to have contributed in some way to
“The dark colors certainly worsened the room's dullness.”
Opposite of to have made something into something else
“I preserved the design of the website as it was still effective.”
Opposite of past tense for to make or become less extreme, intense, rigorous, or violent
“Tensions between the rival clubs would rise when a contentious penalty was given to the home team.”
Opposite of past tense for to keep under control, especially something that is increasing in intensity or extremity
“He is the latest candidate to unleash his anger with raw and emotional language.”
Opposite of past tense for to preside over a meeting, discussion, etc.
“The speaker would encourage everyone to participate in the exercise in a bid to build trust.”
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