Opposite of the customs and conventions of a society or community
Opposite of plural for the customary, habitual, or expected procedure or way of doing something
“This lateness is an aberration for the usually punctual Stephen, who is wilfully early in every appointment he has.”
Opposite of plural for repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill so as to acquire or maintain proficiency in it
“With her piano concerto approaching, her parents were concerned to see Nicola engage in idleness rather than practice.”
Opposite of plural for the carrying out or exercise of a profession, especially that of a doctor or lawyer
“More than a few antique dealers start out as indefatigable collectors who make the decision to turn their avocation into a vocation.”
Opposite of plural for the actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories relating to it
“I told her that, on theory alone, it sounded like a good idea but it was going to be very difficult to execute.”
Opposite of to put into effect
“Even though diet constitutes 70% of what we consider good fitness and health, it is crucial not to disregard physical exercise.”
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