(of a sound or note) Having a frequency at the upper end of the auditory range
“Michael underwent nose surgery so he could sing higher notes.”
(shallower) Opposite of comparative for extending far down
“On the left side of the trail was a shallow ravine, dropping slightly from the roadbed.”
(flatter) Opposite of comparative for extending far down
“The hike was easy as the trail remained flat for miles on end.”
(sometimes figuratively) Opposite of comparative for voluminous in nature
“It was only a small room that could barely fit the four of us, but it would have to do for now.”
Opposite of comparative for extending far back
“The shelves of the bookcase were quite narrow and impractical for storing large encyclopedias.”
(of an emotion or feeling) Opposite of comparative for intensely felt
“Strauss realized that Mary's sweetness masked a superficial rage that could be easily unpacked and resolved.”
Opposite of comparative for significant in degree or intensity
“His decision to quit as director was only a light blow to the company as he provided little value to the firm during his tenure.”
Opposite of comparative for profound in awareness or understanding
“Owen only ever engaged in superficial thoughts and ideas that were shaped by the mainstream.”
(deep in, of a state or activity) Opposite of comparative for fully absorbed or involved in
“My mind wandered, and I was completely unfocused on the issues being discussed.”
Opposite of comparative for difficult to comprehend
“There are some issues within our organization, but they are straightforward and easily resolved.”
Opposite of comparative for having a veiled or uncertain meaning
“She usually just sings simple love songs with unambiguous lyrics.”
(of colour) Opposite of comparative for dark and highly saturated
“The company's website uses light shades of blue to represent freedom and inspiration.”
Opposite of comparative for located out of sight
“The monument was deliberately erected in the center of the town to be exposed in all its glory.”
Opposite of comparative for far away in time
“One only needs to look at his recent history to find evidence of negligence.”
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