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Opposite of foolish, excited, or confused talk
“In his poems and translations, he established a poetic diction appropriate to the heroic couplet.”
Opposite of foolish or inconsequential talk
Opposite of informal or casual talk amongst people
Opposite of senseless or incoherent talk
Opposite of a loud and impassioned noise or disturbance
Opposite of loud sounds emanating from lively human activity
“An unusual calm fell on the crowd as everyone waited with bated breath for Ronaldo to take the winning penalty shot.”
Opposite of excessive talkativeness, especially on trivial matters
(of water) Opposite of a soft, burbling sound
“On stormy nights, above the howling of the trees, it was possible to hear the crashing of waves as the River Dee battered the cliffs from Thurstaston to West Kirby.”
Opposite of to engage in (typically meaningless or unimportant) speech, dialog or conversation
“What you see is a young politician, who has an ability to articulate his views like an experienced statesman.”
Opposite of to reveal something secret or confidential by talking carelessly
“Despite the repeated physical beating, he would remain steadfast and keep quiet.”
Opposite of to engage in (typically meaningless or unimportant) conversation
Opposite of to talk in a rambling manner
Opposite of to talk or chatter at length, typically on trivial subjects
“He motioned to silence the crowd as he prepared to belt the opening number for the concert.”
Opposite of to speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings
“Most of the children were quite happy to speak their minds, but Joey would just sit and listen.”
Opposite of to disclose or tell, usually something that has been hidden or kept secret
“Did the state conceal the truth at any subsequent trial rather than face up to it?”
Opposite of to cascade or issue forth from somewhere
“Each drawer will be clearly marked and will be lined with bin liners for easy disposal and to ensure that the liquid is contained.”
Opposite of to talk much and to little purpose
Opposite of to speak in a low or barely audible voice
Opposite of to engage in (typically meaningless or unimportant) conversation
Opposite of to flow choppily in a stream as water or liquid
Opposite of to talk in a loud, angry and aggressive way
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