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Opposite of to greet or acknowledge, especially with a wave of the hand toward the forehead
Opposite of to enthusiastically applaud or approve of
Opposite of to compliment someone, especially for an achievement
“If you make a mistake, you apologize. You do not denigrate someone else to get yourself out of a hole of your own making.”
(of a person or persons) Opposite of to honor the memory
“Let us not forget the brave young men and women who fought for the freedom of this country.”
Opposite of to acclaim or praise someone (for a typically noteworthy act)
“I was astonished to hear a couple of side-musicians criticize the great pianist for turning the clave around.”
Opposite of to mark with the appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
“George and Frank Costanza would break tradition by celebrating an alternative to Christmas called Festivus.”
Opposite of to show appreciation in an official manner
“There are those in the world who scorn our vision of human dignity and freedom.”
Opposite of to greet or acknowledge someone with a nod
“He would farewell his mother with a hug and kiss, and then flag down a taxi for her.”
(welcome in) Opposite of to officially celebrate the coming or arrival of
“Can you please behave this Christmas, and not ruin it for everyone else?”
Opposite of a greeting that is a gesture of respect or polite recognition
Opposite of tribute, honor or respect, typically shown or expressed publicly
Opposite of the act of gesticulating, or making gestures to aid expression of thoughts, sentiments or passion
Opposite of appreciation or acclaim for an achievement, service, or ability
“I won't name you because I don't want to unfairly bring dishonor to your organization.”
Opposite of the action of celebrating an important day or event
“A protest would be held, with demonstrators calling on the national students' organization to revise its no-platform policies.”
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