Opposite of academic study, knowledge or achievement
(by extension) Opposite of positive or favorable outcomes
“Despite his hard work as an athlete, he has had several failures at the Olympics over the years.”
Opposite of plural for the fulfillment of an action
“The fact that a local industrial tradition doesn't exist results in the nonfulfillment of work rules that are deemed normal in the parent company.”
Opposite of plural for skill or ability in an activity
“Accusations of venality, incompetence and corruption dogged him throughout his career, and history has rarely been kind to him.”
Opposite of plural for a high level of taste and enlightenment
“He was always criticized for his philistinism and his overweening self-confidence.”
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