(clausal, followed by for or about) Opposite of placing an emphasis of concern, interest or importance on someone or something
“Disregarding all the negative noise and focusing on the fundamentals was a good decision on his part.”
Opposite of comprehending what someone is saying
“Because he was speaking incoherently, everyone was misconstruing what he was saying.”
(general or positive) Opposite of to experience an emotion or sensation
“The misery of being in a bad relationship is something that everyone should be avoiding in their lives.”
Opposite of present participle for 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 present participle for to enjoy or like something
“Always veering towards the conservative and traditional, they dislike novelties, experimentation or quirky fads.”
Opposite of present participle for to increase in value or price
“It is disappointing to find out that our house will depreciate over the next two years.”
Opposite of expressing gratitude or showing appreciation for something or someone
Related Words and Phrases
|