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Opposite of to state or assert that something is the case
“Bill would attempt to deny claims of ever having a relationship with Monica.”
Opposite of to demand ownership of
“Once Marla sued for divorce, he would start seizing other marital assets and even transfer ownership of his business to his brothers.”
Opposite of to cause or result in the loss of life
“He felt himself fall backward but held firmly to the notion that the safety equipment he'd invested so heavily in would ultimately save his life, thus avoiding a deadly fall.”
Opposite of to require as a necessity
“I have enough manpower for the task, so I won't require your help.”
Opposite of to take, receive or gain possession of
“If he dies without issue, then I give his share of my real estate to all my grandchildren that shall be then living.”
Opposite of to state assertively or emphatically
Opposite of to implore or make a request for
Opposite of to instruct or order (someone) to do something
Opposite of to give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory
“The law provides for the reduction of penalties, as long as the taxpayer will agree to fully accept the charges laid.”
Opposite of to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully
“Some theorists speculate that the universe will end in a big crunch when everything collapses in on itself.”
Opposite of to insist on having something
“We offer this complimentary service to reward you for your loyalty to us.”
Opposite of to kill off or put an end to someone or something
“The Vikings were in good spirits, becoming well disposed to Bagnold, and decided to spare him instead of killing him.”
(with object) Opposite of to say something in order to convey information or to express a feeling
“He acknowledged that he had an immediate gut reaction to government requests for the media to withhold information.”
Opposite of to cause or result in the loss of life
Opposite of to make a formal application or request
“If you are sure you have lost your wallet, you will have to cancel all your current credit cards.”
Opposite of to earn or obtain (something desirable) through work or effort
Opposite of to kill or cause the death of
Opposite of to give an authoritative or peremptory order
“I wondered why he would ask me to take out the rubbish when he himself had nothing else on his agenda.”
Opposite of to regain possession of something
Opposite of to make a demand by crying out noisily
Opposite of an assertion that something is true
“His denial of any improper conduct was met with disbelief and derision.”
Opposite of a right or title to something
“Medders' refusal of her inheritance was not a transfer since she never actually received her husband's assets.”
Opposite of a share or interest in a business, situation, or system
“Evidence of Amis' complete dissociation from contemporary culture has played out lately amid his spacy declarations concerning the internet.”
Opposite of an assertion, especially one maintained in an argument
Opposite of a formal or explicit statement, announcement or admission
Opposite of a declaration or assertion, especially that something is true
Opposite of a declaration of fault or blame against another
Opposite of a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class
Opposite of the act of entreating or beseeching
Opposite of a claim that a circumstance exempts one from blame or obligation
Opposite of a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth
Opposite of the state or fact of having or possessing something
Opposite of a moral or legal entitlement to have or do something
“The government's prohibition of chewing gum greatly angered the nation's citizens.”
Opposite of a sum of money that is owed or due
Opposite of an accusation, especially in a legal or lawful sense
Opposite of a special right or advantage, granted or available only to a particular person or group
“They not only live in impoverished neighborhoods but have the disadvantage of poor education.”
Opposite of the state of ownership
“I had been contemplating asking a friend for a loan who I believed would not refuse me.”
Opposite of an outward, and often deceptive, display or pretense
“It is the leader's moral principles and integrity that give legitimacy and credibility to the vision and sustain it.”
Opposite of power or control
“Their inability to maintain peace is further proof of their impotence.”
Opposite of one's right to speak, think or act
“With despotic governments, heavy censorship of speech and expression is common.”
Opposite of an earnest request for money or help
“She pointed out that she would be able to make a financial donation to the charity of her choice.”
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