Opposite of becoming smaller or fewer in size, amount, intensity, or degree
Opposite of tending to derogate, or lessen in value of someone
Opposite of that lessens the seriousness of something by providing an excuse
Opposite of the action of making something less extreme, intense, or violent
Opposite of a decline or lessening, especially in strength or quality
Opposite of in a period of decrease or decline
(aggrandizing) Opposite of present participle for to cause to seem less impressive or valuable
“Some would question whether his methods are merely bids to aggrandize his own status.”
(commending) Opposite of present participle for to cause to seem less impressive or valuable
“They would heap praise on the young man's achievements and commend his work with several charities.”
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