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Opposite of to succumb or give way to pressure or strain (literally or figuratively)
Opposite of to make, or cause to make, a sudden sharp or explosive sound
Opposite of to decipher or find a solution to
Opposite of to strike with a sharp, often slanting, blow
Opposite of to hit hard
Opposite of to separate into pieces as a result of a collision, blow, shock, or strain
“The town has appropriated funds to repair the bridge and work should begin this summer.”
Opposite of to find an answer or solution to a problem or question
Opposite of to hit or strike someone or something
Opposite of break into something closed, locked
Opposite of to arrive at an answer through logic
“I had to think long and hard, then I had to give up on figuring out this puzzle.”
Opposite of to be overcome by a given feeling or emotion
“She would initially resist the seduction of a good bargain but eventually caved in under the weight of temptation.”
Opposite of to pierce (a cask) to draw out liquid
Opposite of a split in a surface which has not completely broken apart
Opposite of a joke, typically a critical or unkind one
Opposite of a hit, strike or blow, especially one that is audible
Opposite of a strike with a part of the body or an instrument
“To avoid conflict, give them a wave with your hand and walk away.”
Opposite of something done or said to amuse people
Opposite of a break or hole in an object or between two objects
Opposite of a gap or opening
“He threw his hands in the air when a car caused a blockage in the middle of a traffic juncture and prevented him from passing.”
Opposite of an attempt or effort towards an endeavor
Opposite of an instance of striking or being struck
“That was a fortunate miss for him, having evaded the oncoming vehicle by a matter of inches.”
Opposite of a physical deformity that spoils the appearance or completeness of something
“Your dimples are simply a genetic facial enhancement.”
Opposite of an effort to achieve or complete a difficult task or action
Opposite of an irregular, usually narrow, break in a surface
“A rust or a galvanic cell reaction could develop at the juncture between the screw and the stud.”
Opposite of very good or skillful
Opposite of very skillful or effective
“Try as he might, Marshall remained an unskilled wordsmith, fumbling at every stanza while he mumbled incoherently about dropping a coffee pot.”
Opposite of exceptionally good
Opposite of having or involving a great deal of knowledge or skill in a particular area
“In inexpert hands, inappropriate investigation often takes precedence.”
Opposite of exceptionally clever or talented
“I have a stupid cat, but I still love him.”
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