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Opposite of feeling, or wanting to feel, optimism about a future event
“When Haldeman came in that afternoon, he was pessimistic about Magruder's chances of not being indicted.”
Opposite of inspiring or feeling hope and optimism
“He stayed several months longer than his father had expected, and when he returned home there was yet another discouraging conversation about his future.”
Opposite of having or holding out hope of reaching one's ambition
“They sat with the boy at their kitchen and listened patiently to the woes of this indolent, apathetic young man who had been brought up with all the advantages of a rich child.”
Opposite of displaying what is likely to develop in a desirable or successful way
“All he has shown thus far is that he will be a questionable asset to this company.”
Opposite of denotes a constructive or productive feeling
“As a result of their unproductive response, we were unable to attain the information required to proceed.”
Opposite of characterized by a good or happy sentiment
“The spiritual journey is fraught with danger, full of unexpected twists, at times deeply discouraging, at times exhilarating.”
Opposite of existing (only or purely) in one's imagination
Opposite of eagerly wishing or wanting of something or someone
Opposite of strongly wanting to do or have something
“The unenthusiastic response to conventional arts and science courses is a pointer to the lackluster job opportunities available for such courses.”
Opposite of having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed
“He maintained that last-borns are often spoiled and lazy because they don't have younger siblings challenging them.”
Opposite of having potential
“Also, it's unlikely that the reports are exactly the same. Subtle variances can make a difference.”
Opposite of carrying developing offspring within the body
Opposite of one who aspires to a position, office or award
“His patron, Robert of Gloucester, was the illegitimate son of Henry I and thus a noncontender for the throne.”
Opposite of one who submits or registers themselves as a candidate for something
Opposite of a person who cultivates an area of interest without real commitment or knowledge
Opposite of a person competing in a contest
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