Opposite of habitual or customary practice, especially as creating a right, obligation, or standard
Opposite of an act or series of acts performed according to a traditional or prescribed form
Opposite of behavior that is considered acceptable or polite to most members of a society
Opposite of laws or rules used to guide or prescribe the conduct or procedure
Opposite of words or expressions used within a profession, industry or group
Opposite of the act of using an object
“The disuse of moisturizer may result in dry skin.”
Opposite of a traditional or accepted way of behaving, specific to a particular society, place, or time
“Any deviation from the dogmatic vision would inevitably result in major changes to religious practices.”
Opposite of the act of using something
“Misuse of the faculty computers will absolutely not be tolerated!”
Opposite of the action of using up a resource
“Protection of the global environment and conservation of Earth's resources represent an enormously complex challenge at a time of rapid globalization.”
Opposite of the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing
Opposite of the act of using something
Opposite of the customary, habitual, or expected procedure or way of doing something
“This lateness is an aberration for the usually punctual Stephen, who is wilfully early in every appointment he has.”
Opposite of the state of being executed, utilized, or put into operation
“He put his plans on hold, thinking there was no rush to move back to London.”
Opposite of a habit or pattern of behaviour that has become dull and unproductive but is hard to change
Opposite of the manner in which someone behaves towards or deals with someone or something
Opposite of an act performed for religious or ceremonial reasons
Opposite of the use which can be made of a machine
“The uselessness of feigning a Southern accent while addressing members of our community cannot be understated.”
Opposite of the prevailing fashion or style at a particular time
Opposite of the state of being active, operative, or effective
“The inactivity of the marketing department is starting to become a significant expense for the company.”
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