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Opposite of being well received by others
“Despite the open windows, the room had an unwelcome odor.”
Opposite of very pleasing due to being much needed or desired
“He delivered some unpleasant news that he flunked his exam, much to the chagrin of his parents.”
Opposite of pleasing to the mind or senses
Opposite of advantageous to one's aims or goals
Opposite of fortunate, as if through divine involvement
(of a person) Opposite of liked or admired by the majority of people
“His tendency to lose his temper made him an unpopular character around the club.”
Opposite of characterized by a good or happy sentiment
“The spiritual journey is fraught with danger, full of unexpected twists, at times deeply discouraging, at times exhilarating.”
Opposite of experiencing a feeling of positivity, satisfaction, or enjoyment
“We are feeling sad and upset about the recent tragic events which have unfolded.”
Opposite of permitted given the place, situation or condition
“Shorts are forbidden at this establishment in winter.”
Opposite of of a suitable quality, standard, or type to meet the required purpose
Opposite of pleasing in general
“Life is harsh, even when the occasional acceptance or freedom temporarily provide respite.”
Opposite of an instance or manner of greeting someone
“His family gave him an emotional farewell before he boarded the plane.”
Opposite of loud and enthusiastic approval
Opposite of the friendly reception of guests, visitors, or strangers
Opposite of adoption of a plan, cause, or idea
Opposite of the state or condition of being liked, admired, or supported by many people
Opposite of the friendly reception of guests, visitors, or strangers
Opposite of the state of being allowed to enter
Opposite of to accept something willingly or gladly
“He would spurn her advances because he was a happily married man.”
(welcome in) Opposite of to officially celebrate the coming or arrival of
“Can you please behave this Christmas, and not ruin it for everyone else?”
(welcome in) Opposite of to officially celebrate the coming or arrival of
“Dave said that he would dread the day of his wedding, and would not relish the exchanging of vows with any sense of anticipation.”
Opposite of to accept something willingly or gladly
“The tribe would shun modern medicine in favor of preserving their ancient way of life.”
Opposite of to be grateful for something
“This is not to disparage the editor and her magazine. However, I cannot envisage a day when such a read would hold even a scrap of appeal.”
Opposite of to accept something willingly or gladly
“They reject conventional norms and rules of warfare and fight with asymmetric means.”
Opposite of to allow entry or passage to
Opposite of to invite someone somewhere
“We will now disinvite our neighbors over for lunch because they have proven themselves to be real jerks.”
Opposite of to host or entertain someone
“Please be on your best behavior this evening when we visit our neighbors as guests to their party.”
Opposite of to allow or have room for
“The school will bar any student who fails to meet the minimum academic requirements.”
Opposite of a greeting (salutation) said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone's arrival or presence
“Not willing to fatigue him with too much chit chat, I bid him goodbye.”
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