Opposite of something that makes a process or activity happen or happen more quickly
Opposite of something that motivates or provokes a person or thing into action
“He thinks leaving large sums of money to children serves as a disincentive to go out and do great things on their own.”
Opposite of a determination or motivation (to do something)
“His announcement that he would run for President would be met with surprising indifference.”
Opposite of the action of driving or pushing, typically forward or onward
Opposite of drive or ambition in achieving one's goals
Opposite of an intention for which something is hoped to be accomplished
“Their indifference may be due to the fact that they see the sheer pointlessness of this program.”
Opposite of a cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event
“The saving of animals in distress was the consequence of her activism.”
(figurative) Opposite of something that provides a stimulus to the mind or soul
“I am surprised that this fluff actually passed the chief editor's approval.”
Opposite of the rapidity of motion
Opposite of forward spin applied to a ball in sports, enhancing energy, creating force, and imparting impetus
Opposite of strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement
“His failure to put a second-rater like Burns to sleep was an excellent proof of the weakness of his blows.”
Opposite of help or encouragement given to someone or something
“After the sudden success of their enemy, a feeling of discouragement and despair seemed to chill and unnerve many of the truest and stoutest.”
Opposite of an organized course of action to achieve a goal
Opposite of that which must be done out of principle
“He found an excuse to not apologize for his wrongdoings.”
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