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Opposite of to raise to a higher or more important position or rank
“The crew would overthrow their Captain, demote his status, and relegate him to the prison deck.”
Opposite of to improve with modifications
“The performance of his computer would gradually worsen following the installation of questionable software.”
Opposite of to augment or make something greater
“Speaking without confidence will diminish your credibility.”
Opposite of to alter or change into something new or updated
“Surely, if my system's working fine, then I should just leave it as it is?”
Opposite of to improve, refine, or add the finishing touches to
Opposite of to change the appearance, layout, or furnishings of
Opposite of to strengthen in position
“His jealous colleagues worked hard and strategically to impede his progression within the firm.”
Opposite of to repair or renovate so as to return something to its original condition
“Controversial plans to demolish five traditional homes to make way for a huge apartment block in a village near York are set to be thrown out.”
Opposite of to change, progress, or develop in a specified way
“He wasn't particularly ambitious and was happy to remain in his current position at the company.”
Opposite of to make a marked change in the form, nature, or appearance of
“All countries experience the tension between the need to develop resources, and the responsibility to preserve nature.”
Opposite of the action or fact of raising or being raised to a higher or more important level, state, or position
“The Sergeant's fraudulent activities would result in his demotion in rank.”
Opposite of an improvement to the quality or state of something
“We flew economy for the first time and experienced a significant downgrade in comfort.”
Opposite of an upward slope or hill
“We proceeded with caution as we navigated the steep decline down the side of the hill.”
Opposite of a gradient or slope
Opposite of a sloping position or movement
Opposite of an example of improving or being improved
“The regression in his form began once he lost his dedication to training.”
An area of ground that tends evenly upward
Opposite of buildup or fortification
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