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Opposite of to subject to aggressive pressure or harassment
Opposite of to traumatize or cause distress to
Opposite of to continuously remind or complain to (someone) in an annoying way
Opposite of to demand earnestly or pressingly
“The doctor would deter my efforts to pursue a sporting profession due to how prone I am to injury.”
Opposite of to treat someone badly, cruelly or unkindly
Opposite of to coerce into doing something using intimidatory tactics
“The overall goal of disaster response sheltering is to encourage people to evacuate in order to prevent loss of human life.”
Opposite of to cause to become tired, weary or fatigued
“Joe's enthusiasm, intelligence, and down-to-earth manner have combined to energize and inspire me.”
Opposite of to suffocate a person's space as if to coerce them into doing something
“He tried his best to make conversation but would relent when it became obvious she wasn't interested.”
Opposite of to disconcert or cause to be confused
“We fail to understand exactly where this humor lies and would be much obliged if you would care to enlighten us.”
Opposite of to weaken someone's morale over a long period
Opposite of to bully in an intimidating, bossy, or supercilious way
“He used a combination of intimidation and hearsay evidence to browbeat the accused.”
Opposite of to treat in a manner that violates someone's decency
“Respect her and accept her wishes to be left alone.”
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