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(complimentary) Opposite of inclined to express negative or disapproving comments
“The report was unexpectedly complimentary in its assessment of the handling of the botched investigation.”
(forgiving) Opposite of inclined to express negative or disapproving comments
“The public gasped at the rather forgiving commentary surrounding the prolific actor's offensive remarks.”
Opposite of a meticulous analysis of literary, music or artworks
“Steve appeared to have an intuitive understanding of technology and user interfaces.”
Opposite of an extremely close examination of
“We cannot depend on loose analysis of your findings to procure a charge.”
(of a situation or problem) Opposite of having a high likelihood of becoming dire or turning into a crisis
“The patient has stabilized and is now safe.”
Opposite of of crucial importance to the success or failure of something
“This is a trivial matter in comparison to our more pressing issues.”
Opposite of requiring immediate attention
“Please do not call the emergency line if the matter is non-urgent.”
Opposite of characterized by the use of wit, especially to offend
Opposite of fundamental, inherent or central in nature
“Hickey theorized that humans have an underlying primary nature, as well as an opposing secondary nature.”
Opposite of harshly sarcastic or satirical in nature
“It started with a tweet which turned into a mild piece of fake news.”
Opposite of of keen insight or good judgement
Opposite of disposed to complaining, especially in a petulant or whining manner
“Her sound was more beautiful, her stage presence more serene, her personality more equable.”
Opposite of very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail
Opposite of having great influence on the result of something
“Researchers found insignificant evidence supporting the school-based interventions in preventing anxiety and depression in children.”
Opposite of having or showing great perception or insight
“If you have a point, you sure have an obtuse way of explaining it!”
Opposite of serious or significant in nature
Opposite of critical
Opposite of extremely serious or urgent
Opposite of requiring immediate attention
“Once the baby was in a settled state, we were able to leave the room.”
Opposite of reaching a decisive moment or point of greatest tension
(of a situation) Opposite of dangerously insecure or unstable
“After a panicky few minutes, her cardiac status is now stable.”
Opposite of endangering the continued life of the subject
Opposite of scoffing
Opposite of of a serious or important nature or consequence
“Listening to his intonation as he discusses his films, it's hard to tell if he's being facetious or if he's dead serious about what he's saying.”
Opposite of criticizing or attacking cherished beliefs or institutions
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