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Opposite of unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements
“He irked his friends by constantly talking of his body transformation in a boastful fashion.”
Opposite of shy or timid in nature or demeanor
“The children are assertive enough to ask for what they want, when they want it.”
Opposite of not large, elaborate, or expensive
“They held several extravagant wedding celebrations, including one in her home country of India.”
Opposite of small to moderate in size, quantity or degree
“Jabba the Hutt became so irritated with Han Solo that he placed a generous bounty on his head.”
Opposite of low in cost
“Big coastal cities feature notoriously high rental prices and an expensive cost of living.”
Opposite of free from indecency or obscenity
“It is well known that the upmarket gastropub prohibits immodest or indecent attire.”
Opposite of modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence
Opposite of shy or socially timid, not liking to be noticed
“She acts sweet, kind and nice on the outside, but inside she's as rude and presumptuous as I am.”
Opposite of marked by having a basic or uncomplicated form
“Quite frankly, I think the occasion does call for an outlandish and overtly fancy outfit.”
Opposite of modest or unassuming in nature or character
Opposite of slow to reveal emotion or opinions
Opposite of having a considerate or kindly disposition
“He was a rough man who was prone to obscenities and bad behavior.”
Opposite of denotes a humble and unpretentious attitude towards life
“I cannot believe the sense of entitlement from these arrogant and pretentious aristocrats.”
Opposite of insecure with oneself
Opposite of deliberately plain in design or appearance due to an emphasis on function
Opposite of not special or different in any way
“We were loved and cherished by extraordinary teachers, with whom I remained friends with in later life.”
Opposite of of low birth or social class
“Robert Baratheon was outwardly a man of noble birth, yet commanded little respect from all before him.”
Opposite of very plain or standard in features
(of a person) Opposite of reserved in nature, keeping to oneself
“Our neighbor was a sociable man who always made an effort to get to know you.”
Opposite of not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily
“The check-in assistant seemed to be in a particularly garrulous mood, chatting with his colleague while he printed out the boarding card.”
Opposite of offering or constituting the minimum required without elaboration or luxury
“His skills are technically advanced after years of practice.”
Opposite of lacking refined worldly knowledge or tastes
Opposite of giving good value or return in relation to cost
Opposite of marked by having a basic or uncomplicated form
(of a mixture or effect) Opposite of delicately complex and understated
“His tragic past is having an obvious impact on his mental health.”
Opposite of operating on a modest scale
“I run a large-scale coffee chain in this city.”
(of food or a meal) Opposite of small in quantity and easy to digest
“I am planning on having a heavy dinner this evening as I am rather ravenous.”
Opposite of following the established standards of behavior or manners
“His party habits were unbecoming of a member of the aristocracy.”
Opposite of without faults or moral blemishes
Opposite of free from vulgarity or indecency
“It was unfortunate that the performer had to resort to coarse language to elicit laughter from the audience.”
Opposite of in a virtuous manner free of immorality
“There will never be successful reform as long as the judiciary is perceived to be corrupt.”
Opposite of emphasizing insignificance
“Excelling at the firm often meant you would be relegated to positions of great influence.”
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