Opposite of in a solemn or considered manner
“Sally told me in the beginning, she took the relationship rather casually, a mistake that she would not want to repeat.”
Opposite of to a degree that is significant or worrying
“I hit my brakes too late and bumped the car, slightly denting his bumper.”
Opposite of really or sincerely
“Alex has also distorted what I supposedly told her about the circumstances of my son being sent to war.”
Opposite of used to add sincerity to a statement, especially after a facetious exchange of remarks
“Flutter Vertigo Morning, as I facetiously call it, is a dangerous time for someone such as me.”
Opposite of to an extreme degree
“Underlying its validity is a slightly controversial law of logic that also dates back to the time of Aristotle.”
Opposite of in a manner that poses danger or harm
(informal) Opposite of to a very large or great degree
“Just make sure you are adequately hydrated when running around in this heat.”
(informal, for real) Opposite of in a genuine, true, serious, or earnest manner
“It is unlikely to be worth anything.”
Opposite of with serious and intense conviction
Opposite of in a sufficiently great or important way as to be worthy of attention
“My argument is slightly, but not insignificantly, different.”
Opposite of in a sincere or genuine way
Opposite of in a serious or stern manner
Opposite of to an absolute extent or degree
Opposite of in a grave, severe or critical manner
“It looked like he fell innocuously, but scans later revealed that he had broken his leg.”
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