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What is the opposite of underpinning?

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Noun
Opposite of the underlying cause or basis of something
Noun
Opposite of a pole or beam used as a temporary support or to keep something in position
Noun
Opposite of the central aspect of something an argument or consideration
“As a sidenote, I want to mention that this is no contradiction to McLuhan's famous statement.”
Noun
Opposite of a structure that complements or supplements something else
“Before induction into a specific branch of the armed forces, recruits undergo at least nine weeks of basic military training.”
Noun
Opposite of a strengthening or supporting structure or material
Noun
Opposite of the thought processes leading to accepted theories or solutions
Noun
Opposite of that which serves as a foundation for something else, literally or figuratively
“Graphics are merely a means to an end, a way for the developer to immerse the gamer into the gameplay.”
Noun
Opposite of a strengthening piece of iron or timber used in building or carpentry
Noun
Opposite of the lowest part of something, especially the part on which it rests or is supported
“The Canyon Lands is a series of steep canyons, extending from the top of the shelf break through the slope to the abyssal plain.”
Noun
Opposite of a reason for something
“So a culture based on abstract reasoning, or on various metaphysical precepts, may itself be simply a product of evolutionary change.”
Noun
Opposite of the principal aspect or dimension of something
“We have concentrated only on the periphery of the problem, and perhaps even tried to eliminate some of the symptoms, but the interference problem is still there.”
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to provide with a sound or secure foundation or basis
Verb
Opposite of present participle for to serve as a basis for
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