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Opposite of to conquer or be victorious over
Opposite of to overcome or bring under control
Opposite of to make less powerful or intense, thereby easier to control
“In an ancient era, twin girls are raised as boys to prevent their wizard father from sacrificing them to intensify his supernatural powers.”
Opposite of to put at east or quell
Opposite of to provide comfort or assuagement to
Opposite of to be victorious over
“Cronos, the first powerful God who ruled the Heavens above, was warned by Gaia and Ouranos that someday he would be defeated by one of his own sons.”
Opposite of to intimidate, subdue, or control by awe
Opposite of to diminish in intensity or severity, especially gradually
Opposite of to restrain or to keep in check
“Free yourself from the tyranny of emotional baggage, and you will be able to move on.”
Opposite of to injure a person's dignity and self-respect
“To elevate and dignify her is to elevate and dignify the world.”
Opposite of to intimidate, especially by daunting the spirits or courage of
Opposite of to keep under control, especially something that is increasing in intensity or extremity
“He is the latest candidate to unleash his anger with raw and emotional language.”
Opposite of to make or become less or lighter in weight, pressure, or severity
Opposite of to hold or engage the attention of
Opposite of to overawe someone, especially with words or facts they may not fully comprehend
“In attempting to elucidate the significance of this paradox, I want to proceed carefully.”
Opposite of to destroy, weaken or work against
“The increasingly alienating events in the years and decades to follow did nothing but strengthen their cause.”
Opposite of to tame (an animal) and keep it as a pet or on a farm
Opposite of to intimidate
“Having him on board, at least for an interim period, would reassure customers and staff.”
Opposite of to discipline (one's body, appetites etc) by suppressing desires
Opposite of to have power and influence over
“After three straight weeks with poor performances, the young gun continues to struggle at the elite level of the sport.”
Opposite of to diminish the confidence or courage of
Opposite of to attempt to persuade without being obvious about it, by understating a position so the listener takes the good points as obvious
Opposite of to weaken an armed opposition, such as a military or army
Opposite of to become, or to make, less bright, especially of a light source
“There are dome lights to illuminate the cabin for night flying and, in addition, electric side-light fixtures for reading.”
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