Opposite of to an absolute extent or degree
“He wasn't remotely close to guessing how many jelly beans were in that jar.”
Opposite of with no qualification, restriction, or limitation
Opposite of in such a way as to put an end to doubt and dispute
“She shook her head doubtfully, but smiled at me as if to say that she wouldn't be altogether unhappy if I was wrong.”
Opposite of to a full, complete, or very great extent
Opposite of in a complete manner
“In his last years, he was partially blind but continued his legal work and writing.”
Opposite of in a manner that is clear and intelligible
“The unconvincing politician spoke incoherently and disjointedly about his vision for the country.”
Opposite of in an efficient or effective manner
“A man who exercises his faculties but does so inefficiently or badly cannot be said to be making a success of his life.”
Opposite of adverb for having or showing the ability to make decisions quickly, effectively, and without doubt
“Try asking an indecisive person where they want to eat and you will start a frustrating conversation that will last forever.”
Opposite of adverb for 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 adverb for providing a conclusion or finality to something
“The hospital released her with the tests proving inconclusive and warned her to be careful if she was feeling slightly woozy or dizzy.”
Opposite of adverb for able to persuade
“I've always been frustrated by the ending we saw in the cinema, which strikes me as tonally appropriate, but utterly unconvincing.”
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