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Opposite of positive and giving hope for future success
“The atmosphere during those closing moments was gloomy, depressing and discouraging.”
Opposite of giving someone confidence or reassurance
“After such a demoralizing outing, it would have taken a miracle to avert a catastrophe.”
Opposite of giving someone support through care or sympathy
“Mike's not pleased with the idea, but doesn't want to seem unsupportive.”
Opposite of giving strength, energy and vitality
Opposite of displaying what is likely to develop in a desirable or successful way
“All he has shown thus far is that he will be a questionable asset to this company.”
Opposite of advantageous to one's aims or goals
Opposite of denotes a constructive or productive feeling
“As a result of their unproductive response, we were unable to attain the information required to proceed.”
Opposite of being agreeable or assenting to a question, vote or issue
Opposite of feeling, showing, or expressing sympathy
Opposite of showing admiration or approval
Opposite of characteristic of fathers, paternal
Opposite of thought-provoking in nature
“Simon's dull perspective of the world would often lead to awkward social interactions.”
Opposite of marked by invigoration
“Perhaps the most unhealthy practice in sport is the use of performance-enhancing drugs.”
(archaic) Opposite of received or experienced with gratitude
“Our rest was disturbed by an unwelcome banging on the door.”
Opposite of offering the promise of an attractive or enjoyable experience
Opposite of inducing someone to do something
“Our scare tactics worked in deterring the kids from eating too much sugar.”
Opposite of bringing or inviting someone to share in an activity
“Harmful gossip and rumors will lead to the ostracizing of individuals.”
Opposite of to be triggering a passionate feeling or reaction
“Harper was worked up at having lost her favorite doll, and her mother was in the process of calming her.”
Opposite of present participle for to champion or endorse a cause
“We must oppose any trade rules based on even the most minimalist form of reciprocity in market access.”
Opposite of present participle for to promote or nurture the development of
“Conversely, evidence of unmistakable hostility toward that same population is expected to impede the development of a belief in the mutability of existing conditions.”
Opposite of present participle for to advise or persuade in favor of something
“He could have tried to dissuade her or, at the very least, adjusted his strategy accordingly.”
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