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(of a sound or note) Opposite of having a frequency at the upper end of the auditory range
“Michael did not suggest that his nose surgery would affect his ability to sing lower notes.”
Opposite of more sound in judgment
“He was less popular than his brother due to being laxer when it came to choosing his words.”
Opposite of comparative for able to pierce or cut with relative ease
“He sighed and rested the blunt end of his broadsword against his shoulder, gazing sightlessly around the battlefield.”
Opposite of comparative for having or showing a reasonable or high level of intellect or awareness
“He was too slow to realize that it was his own carelessness that led to his dismissal.”
Opposite of comparative for exploitative, usually in an unscrupulous manner
“Regularly letting the public know that what we're doing is above-board and honest will help our profession in the long run.”
Opposite of comparative for having or producing a sudden and intense piercing sensation
“I endured a dull pain in my head for the rest of the day.”
Opposite of comparative for of having extreme clarity or definition
“Honestly, if the details are that blurry, it is probably time to buy a new television.”
Opposite of comparative for denotes a well-dressed person, typically but not necessarily a male
“I looked in the mirror and saw this crumpled old face peering back at me, disheveled, none too clean, and in desperate need of a shave.”
Opposite of comparative for denotes the use of derogatory or derisory language intended to hurt or insult others
“The young woman was crying so deeply that no kind words or gentle touches would heal the pain.”
(sweeter) Opposite of comparative for refers to an intense or acrid flavor
“Many relish its sweet taste, but it is, by and large, an acquired one.”
(blander) Opposite of comparative for refers to an intense or acrid flavor
“When you try to make a light chowder, you end up sacrificing flavor and heartiness, and the soup becomes bland.”
Opposite of comparative for denotes an intense coldness that can feel like it is penetrating the body
“All he wants is someplace warm, where palm trees blow in balmy breezes along a gentle, rolling surf.”
Opposite of comparative for diminishing to a point or edge
“All the kids on my block played stoop ball at my house because we had smooth rounded edges on our stairs.”
Opposite of comparative for having the ability to perceive, comprehend and respond in a speedy manner
“It was strange that he should be so imperceptive of her charms.”
Opposite of comparative for denotes a sudden or dramatic change
“So the ideal line involves starting your turn early, swinging wide, and making a round, smooth, gradual turn.”
Opposite of comparative for a loud piercing sound
“Yet for her it was only a dull sound, ringing in the back of her mind like some long-forgotten memory.”
Opposite of comparative for a psychological feeling of intuition
“He had a mild inkling that she was attracted to him.”
Opposite of comparative for denotes speediness
“She spoke to the horse, who moved on at an irritatingly slow pace.”
Opposite of a person who behaves dishonestly in order to gain an advantage
“His players and coaches respect him because he's a straight shooter who is always fair.”
Opposite of a person who dishonestly claims to have special knowledge and skill in some field, typically medicine
“Almost everyone wants to be an altruist, and most of us lament the fact that we are not more altruistic than we are.”
Opposite of someone who attempts to deceive by using an assumed name or identity
Opposite of a fake person, especially one who deceives for personal profit
Opposite of comparative for in an exact or precise way, especially with regards to a point, location or time
“You can get there approximately twenty minutes before the show to set yourselves up.”
Opposite of comparative for in a sudden or unexpected manner
“We watched the ship fade gradually from view as it sailed away.”
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