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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 strengthen or reaffirm in rank or position
“His latest traffic transgression would undermine his clean driving record.”
Opposite of to elaborate on a point, statement or argument
“I'm going to try to summarize in a few paragraphs the qualities that make up a good player.”
Opposite of to add, or act as, a supplemental and amelioratory element to
“Each book that appears about her panoply of lovers serves to contrast with the fact that, although of course, it was not his wife, he was only ever in love with one woman.”
Opposite of to prosper or be successful
“If you fail to assume the responsibility, your business will bust before it booms.”
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