(of a person's temper or disposition) Opposite of calm and composed
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Opposite of marked by somewhat low temperature
“The county has warm summers with occasional hot spells and cool rainy periods.”
Opposite of being in control of one's emotions
“The saxophonist plays with an agitated energy coupled with an abrasive tone.”
Opposite of showing apathy or disregard towards a person or idea
“It was hard to tell if they were nervous, as they had such a friendly, jovial way about them.”
Opposite of calmly audacious
“Those are the actions of a timid bureaucrat trying to rid himself of an unwanted problem.”
(informal) Opposite of marked by a characteristic deemed as being impressive with regards to fashion
“The younger generation appears to have the impression that I am rather uncool.”
(informal) Opposite of of a high quality
“That was a terrible movie. Don't even bother watching it.”
Opposite of deemed to be satisfactory
“This mess is absolutely unacceptable.”
Opposite of an absence of stress or worry
“Even inside, door locked and security system activated, she was tense.”
Opposite of not having or showing feeling or sympathy
(attributive) Opposite of feeling or exuding self-assurance
“They were insecure young men, who were led astray by a charismatic self-proclaimed prophet.”
(of climate or weather) Opposite of not aggressive or violent in nature
“A powerful storm is brewing.”
Opposite of using of up-to-date techniques, ideas, styles or equipment
“He detested having to use any out of date smartphones.”
Opposite of having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature
Opposite of slow to reveal emotion or opinions
Opposite of having or showing a calm attitude towards disappointments or difficulties
(of a person's temper or disposition) Opposite of calm and composed
“Hatteras became animated as he spoke, and Doctor Clawbonny's excitable nature was so wrought upon that his decision began to waver.”
Opposite of deserving of the highest esteem or admiration
“This story is sordid and shameful, and everyone who was involved in producing it should be ashamed of themselves.”
Opposite of to allay a situation that has escalated
“The police would no doubt argue that provocative goal celebrations could incite crowd trouble.”
Opposite of to lessen or abate the effects of
“It is our duty not to spread rumors or false statements that can only worsen the situation.”
Opposite of to make colder or less hot
“Your dinner has gone cold, but you can heat it using the microwave.”
Opposite of to have the sensation of losing heat
“The sunset could not come quick enough, as the clan began to swelter in the dry desert.”
(typically precedes off) Opposite of to decrease the intensity of one's temperament
“Far from being diffident, gratulatory or admiring, patients may bubble with entitlement, seethe with rage and insist on constant approval.”
Opposite of to restrain or to keep in check
“Free yourself from the tyranny of emotional baggage, and you will be able to move on.”
Opposite of a moderate state of coldness
“Stunningly beautiful golden rays of sunlight crested the horizon and he smiled at the warmth.”
Opposite of a calm or unwavering temperament
“They can be very hard on themselves and when exhausted, can lapse into states of hypertension, agitation, and acute anxiety.”
Opposite of a state of trendiness
“He argues that the definitive quality is his very unfashionableness.”
Opposite of the state or feeling of being calm and in control of oneself
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