Opposite of vigor, vitality or energy
Opposite of the quality or state of being in good health
Opposite of a foolish or unintelligent person
Opposite of a person who lacks sense or judgment
“A sage can explain impermanence but there is no lesson like a bad bill of health.”
Opposite of a victim of deception or chicanery
Opposite of a substance that is flowing and keeping no shape, such as water
(informal, rare) Opposite of a person lacking intelligence or common sense
Opposite of a person or thing that is the object of ridicule or criticism
“The Chief Inspector promised the community that the culprit would be arrested soon.”
Opposite of a person who lacks intelligence
“After all, the quiet genius with a wicked wit knows which side his bread is buttered on.”
Opposite of intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval
“Collective apathy towards the problems faced by our nation stems from the burden of self-aggrandizement.”
Opposite of to cause to lose energy or become physically weaker
Opposite of to diminish the confidence or courage of
Opposite of to use up the supply or resources of
Opposite of to weaken or lose strength, or to cause this
Opposite of to discourage someone by removing their enthusiasm or courage
Opposite of to weaken or make feeble
“It is a habit that will fortify the child's character and help him grow into a well-balanced, beautiful person.”
Opposite of to give pain, affliction, or vexation to
“She then gave me a cute, shy little smile, completely unaware that her doing that alone was enough to mollify me.”
Opposite of to put a damper on one's mood or enthusiasm
“You need a nice, relaxing holiday to raise your spirits.”
Opposite of to use, empty or drain completely
“It was wise for Rafa to take his foot off the pedal and conserve his energy for the next match.”
Opposite of to obtain coal, minerals, or other valuable materials through excavation
“Joey came back to Orlando, not long after his trip, to bury a time capsule with me.”
Opposite of to discourage or overwhelm
“She says my goals and aspirations inspire her, and frankly, I want to be worthy of her admiration.”
Opposite of to destroy or be destroyed in a gradual manner
Opposite of to inhibit or slow down
“The process can be tedious and difficult at times, and there is no magic formula to hasten the process of growth.”
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