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Opposite of contentment or ease
“He lived a life of hardship that was full of challenges to overcome.”
Opposite of relief or happiness
“Having to go back to work on Monday was a source of great discomfort to him after a relaxing weekend.”
Opposite of relief provided through words, expressions or gestures
“He offered some words of gloom to his investor about his failing business.”
Opposite of help or aid
“The elderly man felt nothing but indifference from the passersby as he lay on the ground in pain.”
Opposite of relief from pain, distress or suffering
“The hot coffee caused Kramer a great deal of pain when he spilled it on himself.”
(burden) Opposite of something, typically unessential, that improves one's quality of life
“Having to carry so many shoes on her holiday was a great burden to her.”
(essential) Opposite of something, typically unessential, that improves one's quality of life
“She considered having a hairdryer as an essential in every hotel room.”
Opposite of the feeling of compassion or sympathy caused by the sufferings and misfortunes of others
Opposite of comfort or consolation in a time of great distress or sadness
(usually "light relief") Opposite of a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress
“I have become somewhat delicate because of so much concern over my health in recent years.”
Opposite of the act of ministering
Opposite of reduction of, or freedom, from pain
“In patients with contained herniation, exacerbation of pain may be due to an increase in intradiscal pressure.”
Opposite of an instance of kind, or charitable, behavior
“It would be such a disservice to raise him in an environment for which he would be unprepared to enjoy and appreciate.”
Opposite of a state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense
“Compared with the austerity of the room, Robin seemed to be magnificently dressed.”
Opposite of freedom from disturbance
“The busy city was a hive of activity.”
Opposite of action given to provide assistance
“The harm he would regularly inflict on his elderly neighbor was noticed by others.”
Opposite of an instance or period of rest or relaxation
“The pain was so severe that I was not able to engage in any activity for a while.”
Opposite of the act of providing someone in need of assistance with aid
“The doctor misdiagnosed his injury due to medical negligence.”
Opposite of the safety from imminent danger provided by a place or location
“Mr. Moto, the famous Asian detective, faces danger at every turn as he tracks diamond smugglers into Puerto Rico.”
Opposite of a feeling or deep satisfaction from one's own achievements, or the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated
“I have nothing but shame for the wrongdoings and transgressions of my sons.”
Opposite of to relieve the distress or suffering of
“He was disconsolate when the Cavaliers lost to the Warriors and his kids would aggravate him to make matters worse.”
Opposite of to listen to, and empathize with, the woes of another
Opposite of to provide aid, comfort or support to
Opposite of to provide moral support
“His decision to dissociate himself from the controversial organization was met approvingly by the wider public.”
Opposite of to be a source of strength or support to someone going through difficulty
(of food) Opposite of satisfying and sentimental in nature
“She would sometimes indulge in pretentious food at fancy French restaurants.”
Opposite of easily or readily leading to satiety when eaten
“I will just have a light salad for lunch.”
(of food) Opposite of leaving one with a pleasantly satiated feeling
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