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Opposite of an instance or period of rest or relaxation
“The pain was so severe that I was not able to engage in any activity for a while.”
Opposite of an instance or period of resting
“Ryan told Rex to keep his alertness during the night by taking power naps.”
Opposite of an instance or period of sleep or slumber
“Keats spluttered and coughed to full wakefulness, and steadied himself with a stiff brandy.”
Opposite of the remaining (other) people or things
“The enlisted men making up the core of the group were temporarily picked from rifle companies.”
Opposite of a motionless state
“It is technologically feasible to design vehicles so that doors cannot be opened when the vehicle is in motion.”
Opposite of a pause or interval
“The manager told him that he needed more continuity in his work, and not to work at two speeds. Slow, and stop!”
Opposite of the removal of stress or discomfort
“I always felt guilty for burdening him with my past, and he didn't need any more stress in his life.”
Opposite of a small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used
Opposite of the cessation of life and all associated processes
“Lachie and Mary, though fatigued and mentally drained, were absolutely chuffed with the birth of their twin daughters.”
Opposite of a part or quantity that is left after the greater part has been used, removed, or destroyed
Opposite of a state of calmness or peace
Opposite of a part or quantity that is left after the greater part has been used, removed, or destroyed
Opposite of the underlying cause or basis of something
Opposite of a period of leisure and recreation, especially away from one's commitments
Opposite of a break from work
“The weekend is over, and it's now time to get back to work.”
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.”
Opposite of the result of the subtraction of one number or quantity from another
“Just give me the total of the financing charges.”
Opposite of a structure that complements or supplements something else
“Before induction into a specific branch of the armed forces, recruits undergo at least nine weeks of basic military training.”
Opposite of an extended period of leisure and recreation, especially one involving travel
Opposite of to relax or be at ease
“Sometimes, I exert myself to the point of exhaustion.”
Opposite of to cease or cause to cease from motion or exertion
“Can you please continue after your lunch break?”
Opposite of to place for support or steadying
“The waitress came along and told the woman to ask her son to remove his feet from the chair and put them on the floor.”
(rest on/upon) Opposite of to be based on
“Morality must be independent of the character of the race.”
Opposite of to be placed or supported so as to stay in a specified position
“His hands came out of his pockets to hang at his sides.”
Opposite of to relax and take it easy
Opposite of to relax after a period of work or tension
Opposite of to go to sleep, or fall asleep
“We need to wake up early tomorrow to avoid missing our flight.”
Opposite of to lie down to rest
Opposite of to stay in the same place, position or level
Opposite of to put or place something in a given location or position
“She would take a ruler and measure its length exactly.”
Opposite of to position or place something in a particular place or spot
Opposite of to stop proceedings, typically in relation to arduous activity
“After lunch, we will resume proceedings.”
Opposite of to place or leave something at a given place or location
“You can collect the car once servicing has been completed.”
Opposite of to come to rest after a descent from above
Opposite of to remain in a given situation or state
“He would abandon his post as Governor after his position was made untenable.”
Opposite of to delay action until a particular time or event
“Once this acclimation takes place, you may begin your object observation.”
Opposite of to be situated
“Unless an initiative is taken the buildings will eventually disappear or there will be little option but to demolish them and start again from scratch.”
Opposite of to prop up
“I will lift my tired legs from this couch once they are fully rested.”
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