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Opposite of not likely to give way or overturn
“He explains that because of the unstable ground on the river flats, holes dug for the foundations kept caving in.”
Opposite of firmly fixed to a surface so as to be immobilized
“I check that all is secure and stow away anything still movable in the garden.”
(of an object or structure) Opposite of able to withstand stress without sustaining structural damage
“Small material should be bedded between the walling stones, for, otherwise, even with good stones, the contact areas may be so small that the pack wall is weak and unstable.”
Opposite of lasting and not likely to experience any sudden changes or failure
“House price to income ratios are higher than they otherwise would be and the housing market is unstable and prone to inefficient overshooting.”
Opposite of having a calm personality
“He is unbalanced, and that mental instability makes him a danger to himself and to others.”
(of a patient or their medical condition) Opposite of not deteriorating in health after an injury or operation
“Dr. Clark was admitted to the medical center in a deteriorating condition, and in the opinion of consulting physicians, made death appear imminent within days.”
Opposite of persisting for an extended period of time
Opposite of regular and even throughout
Opposite of mentally calm, having no emotion too strong or too weak
“It is in those of delicate health, neurotic disposition, and psychoneurotic tendencies, that reassurances are needed.”
Opposite of strengthened or made secure against attack
Opposite of characterized by sound judgment
Opposite of able to be depended or relied on
“Peter is an unreliable worker, and cannot be depended on to work autonomously from the team.”
Opposite of remaining constant or in an unvarying state
Opposite of of good financial standing
“The directors failed to prevent their company from incurring debt when their business became insolvent.”
Opposite of at rest, stationary, immobile, not moving
Opposite of calm in temperament, even in challenging situations
Opposite of in an undamaged state
“The vase shattered on the ground, and all that was left was a pile of broken glass.”
Opposite of of, supporting, or pertaining to traditionalism
Opposite of having existed for a long time
Opposite of traditionally, or generally, recognized and accepted
“One must be wary of the quack doctor who treats his patients using unfamiliar techniques.”
Opposite of reliable and unfailing
“Your lack of empathy is a testament to your flawed virtue, of which you should be ashamed.”
Opposite of fastened securely in position
“A loose bolt can be difficult to spot without actually applying a wrench.”
Opposite of not easily irritated or flustered
Opposite of mild or moderate in quality or character
Opposite of having exact and discernible limits or form
Opposite of loyal, reliable, and hard-working
Opposite of free from interruptions or stoppages
“His reluctance to commit himself to one genre has undoubtedly been a contributing factor to his stop-start success.”
Opposite of motionless, not physically moving
(of weather or the elements) Opposite of still or calm in nature
“He ran into a nearby inn to escape the stormy weather.”
Opposite of suitably adapted to new conditions
Opposite of based on, or displaying, common sense
“Of course, the moment I got there it was clear that all my concerns were completely groundless.”
(of a view, opinion or idea) Opposite of firm or inflexible
“I know I can't coerce anyone into liking cats, but all I ask is that you please have an open mind about the species.”
Opposite of made, fixed or closed firmly and securely
“He gave me a soft and relaxed handshake as he introduced himself.”
Opposite of the pleasantness of warm and sunny weather
“We had to cancel our date at the beach due to overcast weather.”
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