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(sometimes figuratively) Opposite of to give a boost or energy to
Opposite of to strengthen or reaffirm in rank or position
“His latest traffic transgression would undermine his clean driving record.”
Opposite of to promote or nurture the development of
“Conversely, evidence of unmistakable hostility toward that same population is expected to impede the development of a belief in the mutability of existing conditions.”
Opposite of to increase in amount, size or degree
(of a state or process) Opposite of to encourage the development of, or increased activity in, something
“Experts believe that some parents exert control in ways that stifle a child's development of problem-solving skills, responsibility, and self-confidence.”
Opposite of to add fuel to (a fire)
“Attempts were made to extinguish the flames with a fire hose from an adjacent building but to no avail.”
Opposite of to supply an object with mechanical or electrical energy
“Continuously watching videos on your device will drain its battery.”
Opposite of to increase the power of, or to, something
Opposite of food as a means of maintaining health or life
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