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Opposite of domesticated and tamed, especially of, or as, a pet
“The huntsman relents out of pity but also cynically reminds himself that Snow White will probably be devoured by wild animals.”
Opposite of compliant to or willing to accept instructions
“It may be possible to chip away at recalcitrant citizens by portraying the obstinate allies as mischievous or worse.”
Opposite of not exciting, adventurous, or controversial
“The first half-hour of the movie was fairly dull, and then it took an exciting and interesting turn.”
Opposite of lacking strong features or characteristics and therefore uninteresting
Opposite of lacking spirit or vitality
Opposite of not objectionable or harmful in nature
Opposite of not likely to cause offense or ill-feelings
Opposite of bland or lacking in flavor
Opposite of ready to accept instruction or direction in an obedient manner
Opposite of failing to convince or impress
Opposite of kept as a pet
“A stray dog had wandered onto our property, and our daughter would kindly offer it some food.”
Opposite of lacking conviction or force
Opposite of submissive to the will or demands of others
Opposite of inferior or unimpressive in nature, especially in comparison
“In my personal opinion, Heath gave us a superior rendition of the Joker.”
Opposite of lacking in, or having no, enthusiasm or interest
Opposite of dull or uninspiring, arousing little or no interest
“Jonathan was an interesting man who didn't always drink beer, but when he did, he drank Dos Equis.”
Opposite of not showy or lively
“The French composer Charles Gounod's bicentenary has been a lively affair so far.”
Opposite of lacking energy, liveliness or animation
“Thanks to the many people for helping me through the bureaucratic labyrinths, introducing me to interesting people, and making my stay in this bustling city pleasant and enjoyable.”
Opposite of showing a lack of courage or determination
Opposite of the pleasantness of warm and sunny weather
“We had to cancel our date at the beach due to overcast weather.”
Opposite of to subjugate or bring a person or group under control
“Daenerys Targaryen led a military campaign to liberate the enslaved populace of Slaver's Bay.”
Opposite of to make less powerful or intense, thereby easier to control
“In an ancient era, twin girls are raised as boys to prevent their wizard father from sacrificing them to intensify his supernatural powers.”
Opposite of to regulate or keep under control
Opposite of to bring to a higher cultural or civil level or awareness
Opposite of to regulate the speed or amount of something given or administered
“Do not rush the amount of information that you provide to the learner at any one time.”
Opposite of to keep under control, especially something that is increasing in intensity or extremity
“He is the latest candidate to unleash his anger with raw and emotional language.”
Opposite of to bring to a stage of social and cultural development considered to be more advanced
Opposite of to overcome or defeat
“Hank was really determined to not yield to pressure from the media to quit.”
Opposite of to prevail or gain control over
“Socrates tries, at least, to forestall the possibility that they will be led by their hope for immortality to succumb to the temptation of misology.”
Opposite of to diminish in intensity or severity, especially gradually
(of an expression) Opposite of to keep from exceeding an acceptable degree or level
“You could see that he was starting to lose his cool after making some uncharacteristic unforced errors.”
Opposite of to bring someone or something under control
“They give free rein to their children, and it is not surprising that they exhibit behaviors of entitlement and erratic temperament.”
Opposite of to keep from exceeding an acceptable degree or level
“The gas would cause me to release a loud belch.”
Opposite of to quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of
Opposite of to shame or humiliate someone
Opposite of to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level
“He would take deep breaths as a coping mechanism when negative thoughts and feelings were threatening to get out of control.”
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