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Opposite of the process or fact of being received as adequate, valid, or suitable
“He dealt with the rejection amicably and sought feedback on what he could have done better.”
Opposite of a compliance with a rule, decision or command
“The regulatory body has reprimanded him for his incessant defiance of the rules.”
Opposite of an agreement with or belief in an idea or explanation
“While some are convinced by UFO sightings, many are still in doubt about their true existence.”
Opposite of a willingness to tolerate a difficult situation
“The candidate's speech included a fierce condemnation of social injustice.”
Opposite of an legal or formal agreeing to the action, proposals, or terms of another
“Once you sign this document, it will formalize your cancellation of this service.”
Opposite of an affirmative reply
“Her refusal to date Ian was perplexing to their group of friends who strongly believed that they were compatible.”
(dismissal) Opposite of the act of taking or receiving something
“Sarah's dismissal of a promotion puzzle many of her colleagues.”
(giving) Opposite of the act of taking or receiving something
“Her kindness was highlighted with a simple act of giving to the poor.”
Opposite of official permission or approval for an action
Opposite of the endurance of pain or hardship without the display of feelings and without complaint
Opposite of acknowledgement of the existence, validity, or legality of something
“If he is to be faulted for anything, it is for the failure to realize the ignorance of his own limitations was a kind of complicity.”
Opposite of an instance or manner of greeting someone
“His family gave him an emotional farewell before he boarded the plane.”
Opposite of the doctrine that all events are subject to fate or inevitable necessity, or determined in advance in such a way that human beings cannot change them
Opposite of the quality of mercy or forgiveness, especially in the assignment of punishment as in a court case
Opposite of the act of postulating or something postulated
Opposite of the action of taking responsibility
“No sane man, no reasonable man, will advocate the shirking of work or the shirking of duty.”
Opposite of the act of making a previously illegal activity no longer treatable as a criminal offence
Opposite of the action or fact of complying with a wish or command
“As parents, we pray that all of our speeches and lectures will break through our children's defiance.”
Opposite of a solemn promise or undertaking
Opposite of the ability or willingness to tolerate a situation that one dislikes or disagrees with
Opposite of the action or process of receiving something sent, given, or inflicted
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 harmony or accordance in opinion or feeling
“There is a disagreement between us concerning the attitude towards power that we on the opposition party should adopt.”
Opposite of a position of agreement or confirmation
Opposite of the fact or condition of being common, prevalent, or in the majority
Opposite of the quality or condition of being responsive or reactive
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