Opposite of a thing of value given to recognize a particular deed
“His case will be heard by a three-member disciplinary commission, which will judge the case and assess the penalty.”
Opposite of the consequence of an action, irrespective of good or bad
“The group was often perceived as carrying out their own brand of vigilante justice with impunity.”
Opposite of something given as a reward or remuneration for something done
Opposite of a reward to the winner of a competition or in recognition of an outstanding achievement
Opposite of income, typically derived from an investment or business
“It is common for most companies to report a loss in their first year.”
Opposite of money obtained in return for labor or services
Opposite of a grant or contribution of money
Opposite of a sum of money apportioned, especially formally or officially
Opposite of the money paid to someone for regular work
“My bills were piling up, my debt was getting bigger, and I was getting scared.”
Opposite of a feeling of contentment from the fulfillment of one's wishes or expectations
“Urquhart warmly expressed his displeasure over the slow progress of the siege.”
Opposite of a sum of money given to someone as a reward for a service
Opposite of appreciation or acclaim for an achievement, service, or ability
“I won't name you because I don't want to unfairly bring dishonor to your organization.”
Opposite of something achieved through effort
“The failure of another Grand Slam campaign can only be put down to his lack of effort and passion for the game.”
Opposite of an incentive that helps bring about a desired state or result
Opposite of something, typically money, awarded in exchange for goods or services
Opposite of something given to someone as a present or contribution
“The person likely doesn't know that their gift was a reject.”
Opposite of the property of being serviceable or useful for some function
Opposite of positive outcome from the achievement of one's goals
“He suffered through his misfortune and was now at risk of severe depression.”
Opposite of to recompense or award someone in return for something done or given
“To punish me for my contempt of authority, Fate has made me an authority myself.”
Opposite of to compensate or give in return
Opposite of to bestow an award or prize for merit or achievement
“To deprive children of this most basic human right is unethical.”
Opposite of to influence someone (usually dishonestly) in return for money
Opposite of to be obliging or show beneficence toward
“Sorry to disappoint everyone, but the band will not be performing an encore.”
Opposite of to show appreciation in an official manner
“There are those in the world who scorn our vision of human dignity and freedom.”
Opposite of to encourage (a behavior, feeling, relationship or idea) through repeated stimulus
“His attitude remained surly and his parents' and teachers' reprimands seemed to encourage rather than discourage his bad behavior.”
Opposite of to give (someone) money that is due for work done, goods received, or a debt incurred
“In a brutal rejection of the insurance chief's leadership, 59% of investors decided to repudiate his pay package.”
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