Opposite of the act of nurturing, fostering or advancing someone or something
Opposite of the action or process of nurturing or cultivating someone or something
“He delivered a powerful moment of emotion when he spoke about coming from a life of neglect but forgave his mother because of her own inauspicious upbringing.”
Opposite of something that promotes action or activity, especially in an official capacity
Opposite of the legal custody of a child
Opposite of upbringing, education, and environment, contrasted with inborn characteristics
“He was, by nature, a gifted athlete, but he was also lazy and with a poor work ethic, did not reach the heights of success typically achieved by elite sportspeople.”
(caring for) Opposite of looking after someone or something
“Abandoning their young to fend for themselves was a common trait observed in this particular species.”
Opposite of present participle for to foster the growth or development of
Opposite of present participle for to nurture and care for (someone or something) as they grow
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