(of a theory or suggestion) Opposite of to put forward
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Opposite of a particular way of behaving, especially to impress or to give a false impression
Opposite of a display of behavior, usually meant to deceive
Opposite of an appearance or form of behavior assumed by a person to conceal their genuine feelings
“I might have been looking at my reflection in a crystal clear pool and seeing the reality of my being.”
Opposite of a manner or expression that hides one's true character or feelings
“Karl had a laid-back personality, which kept him under the radar screen during his high school and college football careers.”
Opposite of to assume a particular position, especially in order to be photographed, painted, or drawn
Opposite of to put forward for consideration
Opposite of to make a false show or pretense of
Opposite of to conceal or disguise one's true feelings or beliefs
Opposite of to confound or perplex someone
Opposite of to put forward one's questions
“Let me address the question you have posed.”
Opposite of to make a false show or pretense of
“Rules concerning relationships contain a requirement to express positive emotions, but also to be honest, which implies the expectation to show true emotions.”
Opposite of to demonstrate through discourse or discussion
“Those who seek to debunk us will distort the truth, even more effectively than Dana Scully has tried to hide it.”
(of a theory or suggestion) Opposite of to put forward
“Many were hoping that Alex would retract his controversial theory that chemicals in the water were negatively impacting the natural instincts of frogs.”
Opposite of to confuse or confound with something surprising or shocking
“Perhaps someone out there could enlighten me with regard to the following situation that my 17-year-old son finds himself in.”
Opposite of to introduce for consideration
“It is no longer satisfactory to suppress awareness of mental health issues but to advocate for acceptance.”
Opposite of to advise as the best course or choice
“The program is designed to dissuade young people from starting with illicit drugs.”
(slang) Opposite of to assume false or disingenuous appearances
“Keep in mind that when you are speaking, just be true to yourself.”
Opposite of to move to or place in a particular position
“The lady had asked politely for the young man to remove his bag from the seat next to him.”
Opposite of to arrange or set in some sort of order
“He hands the cards to me, and I shuffle and disarrange them as much as possible.”
Opposite of to display for others to see, especially in regard to wearing clothing
“In previously published spy images of test truck prototypes, the company is trying hard to secrete the appearance of their new model.”
Opposite of to assume or consider that something is true or correct
Opposite of to cause to lose orientation or direction
Opposite of to convey or express in a particular way or manner
“I understand that you don't quite agree with that?”
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