Opposite of the act of supporting or giving authorization to someone or something
Opposite of the act of endorsing something, usually by being complimentary
“He studied divinity, and only the dissuasion from friends kept him from entering the ministry.”
Opposite of something that promotes action or activity, especially in an official capacity
Opposite of the process of making something legal, the process to legalize, decriminalization
Opposite of authorization or consent
“The prohibition on smoking within the premises still stands.”
Opposite of an expression of praise or admiration
“His words offended her and she took them as an insult to her very being.”
Opposite of the process or fact of being received as adequate, valid, or suitable
“He dealt with the rejection amicably and sought feedback on what he could have done better.”
Opposite of the encouragement of, or an activity that encourages, a cause, venture, or aim
Opposite of evidence or proof
“The inevidence is in itself suggestive of the defendant's innocence.”
Opposite of a reason or explanation given to justify a fault or offense
“A proliferation of media outlets emerged to serve specialized interests and constituencies as a consequence of economic reform.”
Opposite of a compliance with a rule, decision or command
“The regulatory body has reprimanded him for his incessant defiance of the rules.”
Opposite of the process of passing legislation
Opposite of harmony or accordance in opinion or feeling
“There is a disagreement between us concerning the attitude towards power that we on the opposition party should adopt.”
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