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Opposite of an act or state of being reduced
Opposite of decreasing in amount
“A growing number of workers, whether they are college professors, bank tellers, or quality control engineers, sit in front of computer terminals.”
Opposite of that lessens the seriousness of something by providing an excuse
Opposite of present participle for to decrease in amount or degree
“It would be hazardous for your health if you increase the number of cigarettes you smoke daily.”
Opposite of present participle for to lower in length or size
“You can expand the size of the balloon by blowing into it.”
Opposite of present participle for to summarize
“Could you elaborate on your talking points to provide more detail?”
Opposite of present participle for to lower in duration
“We are going to leave if you prolong your arrival time any further.”
Opposite of present participle for to bring to an undesirable state
“Keeping the ice cream in the freezer will prevent it from melting.”
Opposite of present participle for to lower in volume
“Please amplify the volume as I am unable to hear anything.”
Opposite of present participle for to lower in rank
“The firm would promote Joe to the role of executive director after his excellent performance.”
Opposite of present participle for to lower in price
“We can strategically raise the price of a commodity by limiting market supply.”
(cooking) Opposite of present participle for to thicken a liquid through heating
“Add enough water to dilute the mixture.”
(of weight) Opposite of present participle for to get rid of
“I actually need to gain weight as I am already too skinny.”
Opposite of present participle for to financially cripple
“The constant stream of revenue would grow the company for years to come.”
Opposite of present participle for to forcibly impose obedience or servitude upon
“The benevolent administration would invigorate their citizens with a careful array of tax cuts and social benefits.”
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