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Opposite of a circular ornamental headdress, typically worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority
Opposite of the top or highest point of something, literally or figuratively
Opposite of a reward to the winner of a competition or in recognition of an outstanding achievement
(general or benevolent) Opposite of a ruler of a state or country
“I would make a terrible Queen with my questionable ability to adhere to strict royal protocols!”
Opposite of the top or highest point of an object, structure or land mass
“Pickering stood at the base of the structure, rubbing his aching shoulders as he gazed up at Finlay.”
Opposite of the climax, usually dramatic, of a gradual increase
“Internet hoaxers produced a four-day long buildup to the biggest software-based anticlimax ever.”
Opposite of an award or accolade bestowed to a victor or champion
(now literary) Opposite of a reward, prize or recompense for a service
Opposite of the upper part of the human or animal body, separated by a neck
“Will Henderson, who had on a light overcoat and no overshoes, kicked the heel of his left foot with the toe of the right.”
Opposite of something in the shape of a circle
“As I enter the large hall, I spot a line of shiny cutlery carefully laid out on the dining table.”
Opposite of the basis or essence of something
“The study of illusion and hallucination is a fascinating one, which we have only touched the surface of here.”
Opposite of to install someone (ceremoniously) in a given position, especially as a monarch
Opposite of to finish off, especially in a memorable or satisfying fashion
Opposite of to inaugurate into an office or an organization, especially ceremonially
Opposite of to crown king, to make (a person) king
“They would dethrone and imprison the king, while his followers were exiled from the land they once occupied.”
Opposite of to place something over or upon, as to conceal or protect
“Cover and cook for one minute, then uncover and add the asparagus peas or mangetouts.”
Opposite of to hit (someone) hard
Opposite of to carry out an action to the end
“I have realized that I should perhaps abandon my search for the perfect wife.”
Opposite of to strike, especially with force
“Jobe was terrible at shooting games because he would completely miss most of his targets.”
Opposite of to cover with a layer
“Bury the clippings several feet underground, away from your boxwood plants.”
Opposite of to inflict (a blow)
Opposite of to add, or act as, a finishing element to
“That splash of red does spoil what looked to be a beautiful painting of the Alaskan countryside.”
Opposite of to put the final touches to
“Can you please not begin an argument that you cannot finish?”
Opposite of to be at the top of
“It looks like the club will bottom out, but the silver lining is that they will get the top draft pick.”
Opposite of superseding others in importance or status
“In a result that shocked everyone, the third-seeded player was knocked out by the lowest seed in the competition.”
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