(of an emotion or feeling) Opposite of intensely felt
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Opposite of real and exactly what it appears to be
“We were surprised at the amount of fake merchandise available for sale.”
Opposite of without artificiality or insincerity
“Mark's insincere apology was met with a disparaging response from Sally.”
Opposite of existing in reality or as a matter of fact
“The premise that this was built by aliens is highly conjectural!”
Opposite of real or genuine, in accordance with the truth, facts or standards
“The illusory aim of this form of government is the equal distribution of wealth to its people.”
Opposite of accurate or correct in all details
“Did you feel in the storytelling there were any particularly glaring omissions or otherwise historically inaccurate stuff?”
Opposite of free from exaggeration or distortion
Opposite of having or showing whole, sincere and enthusiastic support
Opposite of consisting of the same substance throughout
“Parts of the bridge were constructed with hollow aluminum and plated with soft lead.”
Opposite of remaining loyal and steadfast
Opposite of modest and having no pretensions or ostentation
Opposite of indisputable, beyond doubt
Opposite of following carefully and exactly a set of rules
“James was merely a casual follower of his professed religion, not being one to strictly adhere to its tenets.”
Opposite of felt or believed deeply and sincerely
“With an insincere apology, she shuffled off, furtively glancing over her shoulder to make sure no one had seen her colluding with a stranger.”
Opposite of being a person of good repute and character
“An honest person will have friends who value honesty, and a dishonest one will have cheats as friends.”
Opposite of legally binding due to having been executed in compliance with the law
“He's been detained in Japan since mid-July, when he was nabbed for traveling with an invalid passport.”
Opposite of to an utter or complete degree
Opposite of of the same origin as claimed
“This is not the first time he has presented us with plagiarized work.”
Opposite of essential, innate or inherent to something
Opposite of based on, or displaying, common sense
“Some journalists are trustworthy, and some are just completely unreliable.”
(of an emotion or feeling) Opposite of intensely felt
“Strauss realized that Mary's sweetness masked a superficial rage that could be easily unpacked and resolved.”
Opposite of honest and frank
“We ask that you be more discreet with information pertaining to National Security.”
Opposite of able to be relied on or trusted
“What a pity that Ms. Evans' information comes from such an unreliable source.”
(of a person) Opposite of sincere and serious in intention
Opposite of firmly established and unlikely to change, especially of a habit or belief
Opposite of having or showing enthusiasm, affection, or kindness
“We were greeted by a pair of unfriendly staff members who were content with doing their jobs perfunctorily.”
Opposite of exploitable or vulnerable
“She was protected from the treacherous invasion of the paparazzi by her bodyguard of fifteen years, who had served her well throughout her career.”
(informal) Opposite of to be under no illusion, or to be serious about a matter
“You are deluded if you think things are going to work out between the two of you.”
Opposite of having all its feathers
Opposite of being certain or convinced about a fact
“Kris wanted so desperately to trust Jim, but was uncertain of his motives.”
Opposite of not labored or artificial
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