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Opposite of average in amount, intensity, quality, or degree
“We have great respect for them as a company.”
Opposite of low to average in cost or price
“The cost of living in this city is very expensive.”
Opposite of not excessive and within reason or due limits
“Frankly, the proposals to introduce taxes on road usage are outrageous.”
Opposite of marked by moderate behavior not given to excesses
“He unleashed on them a torrent of abuse that was unrestrained and unwarranted.”
Opposite of tending to avoid extreme political ideas
“The party is pushing for a radical shake-up of international tax rules.”
Opposite of characterized by pleasant weather with moderate temperatures
“The plants and animals that live here are able to survive harsh sunlight, extreme temperatures, and little rainfall.”
Opposite of moderate or average in size, amount, or rank
(of climate or weather) Opposite of not aggressive or violent in nature
“A powerful storm is brewing.”
Opposite of having a considerate or kindly disposition
“He was a rough man who was prone to obscenities and bad behavior.”
Opposite of adequate or acceptable in standard or quality
Opposite of tolerant of deviation
Opposite of restraining behavior or appetite
Opposite of expressing subtlety of a particular quality as opposed to intense
“The others were ready to go, standing slowly and squinting against the intense light.”
Opposite of careful and prudent in one's speech or actions
Opposite of sensible or reasonable in a dispassionate manner
Opposite of midway between extremes of size, amount, or degree
Opposite of characterized by sound judgment
Opposite of lacking in speed
“The action moves at a fast pace from beginning to end, complete with cinematic camera angles.”
Opposite of taking place or progressing at a slow or moderate pace
Opposite of considerable though not outstanding in size or amount
“The guests appear to be disgruntled after having an insufficient amount to eat and drink this evening.”
Opposite of undemanding and easily executed
“Greg subjected himself to some hard training as he was determined to improve his fitness and skills.”
Opposite of of an acceptable or satisfactory standard
“Standards are above average, but achievement is poor as a result of unsatisfactory teaching and attendance.”
Opposite of cautious and having possible reservations
Opposite of characterized by patience, tolerance or indulgence
Opposite of to make or become less extreme, intense, rigorous, or violent
“Tensions between the rival clubs would rise when a contentious penalty was given to the home team.”
Opposite of to keep under control, especially something that is increasing in intensity or extremity
“He is the latest candidate to unleash his anger with raw and emotional language.”
Opposite of to preside over a meeting, discussion, etc.
“The speaker would encourage everyone to participate in the exercise in a bid to build trust.”
Opposite of to decrease in strength or intensity
Opposite of to regulate or keep under control
Opposite of to intervene in a dispute in order to bring about an agreement or reconciliation
Opposite of to act as an official in charge of something, especially a sporting event
(of a meeting or seminar) Opposite of to manage or preside over
“To follow your petty call to arms over trivial matters would be a massive waste of resources.”
Opposite of to restrain or to keep in check
“Free yourself from the tyranny of emotional baggage, and you will be able to move on.”
Opposite of to remove or loosen restrictions on
Opposite of a person with moderate (typically political) views
“You are an extremist, dear, and what may be intelligible to you may not be intelligible to the rest of us.”
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