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Opposite of not civilized, typically with implications of a savage or violent nature
“This image is not one of a warrior with anti-imperialist ideals, but of a civilized leader at peace with the foreigners.”
(of animals) Opposite of wild and feral, without taming or domestication
“The shift from surf to turf corresponds with the arrival of domesticated animals.”
(especially of plants) Opposite of uninhabited or cultivated
“Although no one would plant these weedy types, they all have attractive, cultivated cousins.”
Opposite of showing an urgent desire or interest
“You could tell he was completely unenthusiastic by his deadpan expression.”
Opposite of characterized, or marked, by much busy (or stressful) activity
“As a normal, relaxed, and laid back person, I find the whole phenomenon just really odd.”
Opposite of not based on sound reasoning or probability
“We can speculate about the future, but on a more practical level, we have to admit that we simply don't know what will happen.”
Opposite of having a curious, strange or eccentric nature
“Still, it wasn't unusual for a typical pattern to arise, almost yawningly predictable.”
Opposite of having, or characterized by, great anger or rage
“He admits to being quite pleased with the new book, only to qualify his response immediately.”
Opposite of marked by turmoil or disturbance, especially of natural elements
“The tide was just going out, so the whole beach was calm, with not even a whisper of a breeze.”
Opposite of lacking discipline or restraint
“A really quiet and disciplined audience lost themselves in symphonies of Schubert and Mozart.”
Opposite of barren and devoid of inhabitants
“It is always so surprising to arrive at a populated town after traveling through such uninhabitable, wild terrain.”
Opposite of teeming with plant or natural life
“It is said that this area was barren in its early beginnings, but its founder cultivated it to become a viable territory.”
Opposite of having an untidy appearance
“A clean, tidy appearance works in your favor, even before you speak.”
Opposite of arbitrary in nature
“He does his best to combat stereotyping and present a balanced, analytical account.”
(wild about) Opposite of having feelings of passion for (someone or something)
“He felt indifferent towards her, despite her advances.”
Opposite of affected by or deriving from wildly uncontrolled emotion
Opposite of extremely angry, full of rage
Opposite of extremely cruel or violent in nature or character
Opposite of lacking moderation or control in one's behavior or habits
Opposite of eagerly wishing or wanting of something or someone
Opposite of unfounded or nonsensical
Opposite of having or showing a keen interest in or enthusiasm for something
Opposite of not able to work or function as expected
Opposite of existing in an environment predating human technology, production, and design
“Activists believe that animals should not be made to live in artificial settings such as zoo enclosures.”
Opposite of acting or done hastily or without proper thought or consideration
Opposite of showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks
Opposite of not restrained or held in check
Opposite of difficult to believe or unlikely to happen
“Good writers have an eye and an ear for a lively and believable anecdote that can make their points both memorable and compact.”
Opposite of far beyond the norm in terms of public opinion
“Roosevelt was more of a conservative reformer than most businessmen understood.”
Opposite of significant or extreme in degree or intensity
“For some people involved in creative undertakings, a mild sense of anxiety is necessary to stimulate them.”
Opposite of having no regard for danger or consequences
“Norman had always been a cautious driver and he passed on to Lucy various tips, such as not exceeding 48 mph to extend the life of the vehicle.”
Opposite of characterized by or provoking loud noise or uproar
Opposite of exhausting all effort
“His performance provides a sober anchor to Kitano's barely restrained jubilation.”
(systematically) Opposite of in a mad, wild, or uncontrolled manner
“Her mother shopped systematically, working her way through each aisle with careful precision.”
(calmly) Opposite of in a mad, wild, or uncontrolled manner
“When he saw a couple of lumbering behemoths coming at him, he calmly danced past them.”
Opposite of in a wild or fierce manner
(the wild) Opposite of an uncultivated and uninhabited area or region
“Tarzan was so far removed from civilization, he was more apelike than man.”
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