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(listening) Opposite of an informal address or lecture
“The lecturer advised listening from the students to ensure that they are well-prepared for the impending exams.”
(silence) Opposite of an informal address or lecture
“He spoke for a while, and then there was an unusually long silence.”
Opposite of a period of conversation or discussion
Opposite of communication by spoken words
“To the deaf and dumb, under instruction, dactylology is useful as a means of communication between them and their teacher.”
Opposite of rumour, gossip, or speculation
“In a poor look for the sport, evidence of illicit drug use was found in a quarter of the playing group.”
Opposite of informal or casual talk amongst people
Opposite of information received from other people that cannot be substantiated
“His novel is based on historical occurrences, but it blurs the line between fact and fiction.”
Opposite of a formal ceremonial speech
Opposite of conversation or chatter between two or more people
Opposite of mutual conversation, discussion or discourse
Opposite of a speech or lecture, typically long and tedious
Friendly, informal conversation
“I enjoy going to the hairdresser for a haircut as well as some juicy gossip.”
Opposite of a (formal) discussion on a particular matter where opposing arguments are put forward
“Often, politicians and administrators do not directly participate in a consensus.”
Opposite of a speech or talk, typically in which a new product, idea, or piece of work is shown and explained
Opposite of news or gossip that is current
“Don't give me old news! What are the current rumors?”
Opposite of information about someone's activities or private life that could prove damaging if revealed
Opposite of to speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings
“Most of the children were quite happy to speak their minds, but Joey would just sit and listen.”
Opposite of to discuss or have a conversation with another
“We'll show up at the lecture, sit down, and be silent.”
Opposite of to make a (usually formal and extended) speech on a subject
“The principal would stand on the podium in front of the assembly and laud the children for their hard work and persistence throughout the year.”
Opposite of to reveal secret or confidential information
“How confident are you that your man will keep quiet about our operation?”
Opposite of to spread rumor or gossip
“Greene was quick to report the story and gave it a very prominent place on his front page.”
(talk of or about) Opposite of to make mention of
“I would keep quiet about my terrible exam results.”
(talk into) Opposite of to persuade someone
“Ezekiel was directed to speak to them with God's own words, the sum and purport whereof was to warn and dehort them from their wicked ways.”
Opposite of to engage in (typically meaningless or unimportant) speech, dialog or conversation
“What you see is a young politician, who has an ability to articulate his views like an experienced statesman.”
Opposite of to speak or write authoritatively about a topic
Opposite of to state or express something in words (or sounds)
Opposite of to discuss, converse, or exchange viewpoints on a particular matter
Opposite of to discuss or have talks in order to reach an agreement or compromise
Opposite of to use coaxing or flattery in order to persuade someone to do something
Opposite of to make a speech or contribute to a debate
“What I know about the federal tax code is far less relevant than how I feel about it when I listen to a talk about tax reform.”
Opposite of to talk or express oneself, especially in a loud or aggressive way
Opposite of to discuss, converse, or exchange viewpoints on a particular matter
Opposite of to discuss a given topic among a group
Opposite of to chat idly
“We need to sit down and discuss your behavior in class.”
Opposite of to convey or express in a particular way or manner
“I became flushed and flustered and I started to mumble nonsensically like the village idiot.”
Opposite of to convince, influence or obtain using personal charm
“He met the woman via the internet, and then shortly after a few dates, she began to overtly bully him into moving in with her.”
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