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What is the opposite of emphatic?

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Opposite of expressing something forcibly and clearly
Adjective
Opposite of striking or conspicuous, clearly noticeable
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Adjective
Opposite of having a flamboyantly striking appearance or style
Adjective
Opposite of not able to be disputed
Adjective
Opposite of obvious or clearly noticeable
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Opposite of delivered in an aggressively vigorous or forceful manner
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Opposite of having or demonstrating an unwavering devotion toward someone or something
“I'm pretty fickle when it comes to supporting my country during the Olympics.”
Adjective
Opposite of having a strength of will or determination
“His nervousness was apparent when he spoke with a shaky voice.”
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Opposite of making or characterized by a noisy outcry
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Opposite of loudly cheerful, enthusiastic or approbatory
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Opposite of expressing opinions or feelings freely or loudly
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Opposite of assertive and self-assured
“Mary was rather tentative at committing to her weekly rehabilitation.”
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Opposite of clear and emphatic in nature
Adjective
Opposite of boldly self-assured or confident
“The barbarians were subdued and became submissive to the enchantress' whims.”
Adjective
Opposite of exhausting all effort
“His performance provides a sober anchor to Kitano's barely restrained jubilation.”
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Opposite of denotes the effectiveness or dominance of a particular action
“Leaders who do not look after the interests of their followers are not only unethical but ineffective.”
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Opposite of having unconditional and enthusiastic support
“There was some grudging applause at the final curtain, but I got the feeling it was more for the sake of form, rather than actual enjoyment.”
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Opposite of vigorously keen or severe in expression or style
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Opposite of having power and influence over others
“It was a disappointingly weak performance by a team supposedly in search of redemption.”
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Opposite of behaving or done in a determined and forceful way
“His argument, both weak and unpersuasive, was met with silence from the audience.”
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Opposite of resolute in one's will or mental state
“I sat across from Gaia, twiddling my thumbs as she remained indecisive on what to eat.”
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Opposite of to an absolute degree
“Cassidy was interrogated for an hour before making a partial confession to felony murder.”
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Opposite of to an absolute or complete degree
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Opposite of clear in meaning without uncertainty or ambiguity
“For the record, I say to the House this law is ambiguous in terms of its interpretation.”
Adjective
Opposite of having or characterized by authority, or the air of authority
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Opposite of showing strong feeling or passion
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Opposite of inspiring conviction and not able to be refuted
“I was not impressed with his evidence, which I found to be vague and unconvincing.”
Adjective
Opposite of showy, bold or audacious in behavior or appearance
“There is no need to put on your best bib and tucker because the restaurant itself is a surprisingly unostentatious venue that specializes in simplicity.”
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