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Opposite of to physically move from a lower to a higher place or position
“After executing the movement, lower the bar back slowly to its original position.”
Opposite of to raise to a more important or impressive level
“He enters the dining room, ready to abase himself because he disdains everyone else.”
Opposite of to raise a person's spirits or confidence
“The difficulty of the course would dishearten her, and she would ultimately give up.”
Opposite of to make (something) greater in amount, level or degree by adding to it
“But they diminish their own credibility with a lot of stories you cannot believe.”
Opposite of to elevate to a higher place or position
Opposite of to suffuse with vigor, life, energy, or spirit
Opposite of to crown king, to make (a person) king
“They would dethrone and imprison the king, while his followers were exiled from the land they once occupied.”
Opposite of to lift or raise something by grasping it
“Do not drop that sheet of glass or it will be very expensive to replace.”
Opposite of to stand erect or upright
Opposite of to strengthen in position
“His jealous colleagues worked hard and strategically to impede his progression within the firm.”
Opposite of to lift, raise, or set in an upright position
“The seal would feel a charm, raise and shake its flippers, roll over on its side and back as if perfectly delighted, and then drop its head to sleep.”
Opposite of to give intense pleasure, excitement or joy to
Opposite of to flatter or compliment excessively
“He was a mean person who would constantly insult others due to his own insecurities.”
Opposite of to worship or venerate, usually as part of one's religious beliefs
“He was a bitter man who would blame God for his lot in life.”
(of a settlement) Opposite of to plan and begin the building of
“The eruption of Mount Vesuvius would wipe out the ancient city of Pompeii.”
Opposite of to free from anxiety or worry
“There might still be consequences and she didn't want anything to happen that would stress her grandmother.”
Opposite of to praise or flatter
“She was in a bad mood and would criticize her son endlessly for his shortcomings.”
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