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Opposite of slow to reveal emotion or opinions
Opposite of kept (in reserve) specially for a particular person
Opposite of not given to showing emotion or feelings
Opposite of modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence
Opposite of not friendly or sociable
“In fact, I can even be friendly to him, because I know he's not a bad person, and we do have a lot in common.”
Opposite of without human warmth or sympathy
Opposite of modest and having no pretensions or ostentation
Opposite of modest or unassuming in nature or character
Opposite of not showy or lively
“The French composer Charles Gounod's bicentenary has been a lively affair so far.”
Opposite of careful and prudent in one's speech or actions
Opposite of cautious and having possible reservations
Opposite of not complete or absolute
“He wrote to Mr. Southcombe last month to ask for categorical assurance that the youngsters would not suffer any long-term health effects.”
Opposite of in full control of one's faculties, and having a firm belief in one's abilities
(of a person) Opposite of fond of or good at keeping things about oneself unknown
“You can ask me anything! I'm pretty open on just about any topic you would like to discuss.”
Opposite of having or showing a composed or serious manner that is worthy of respect
“Sometimes, it feels a little undignified, but I never seem to get tired of getting drunk.”
Opposite of overly formal, conventional, or prim and proper
Opposite of shy or timid in nature or demeanor
“The children are assertive enough to ask for what they want, when they want it.”
(of a person) Opposite of strictly conventional in one's manner or behavior
“She was elegant and bookish, while he was casual and endearingly laid-back.”
Opposite of kept in one's possession
Opposite of kept (in reserve) specially for a particular person
Opposite of kept in reserve, not used or spent
Opposite of retained in one's possession
Opposite of privately owned and not for general or public use
“The amenities outside are meant for public use.”
Opposite of lacking social skills, or uncomfortable with social interaction
“He was confident when he spoke, and everyone hung onto his every word.”
Opposite of known or done by someone within a group or organization
“It was public knowledge that she would be testifying at trial.”
Opposite of arrogantly superior and disdainful
Opposite of done or acting in an indifferent or apathetic manner
Opposite of embarrassed because of one's actions, characteristics, or associations
Opposite of to have set aside or reserved for a particular purpose
“She retained her change as it was a service that did not require tips.”
(of a place or position) Opposite of to have occupied
“We reluctantly forfeited our prime, first-row seats at the concert because we had another urgent matter to attend to.”
(of accommodation) Opposite of to have rented
“I rented out my apartment to a nice couple who were new to the city.”
Opposite of past tense for to hold, save or retain for future use
“It would not be wise to expend all your energy on this first round of obstacles.”
Opposite of past tense for to be in possession of, or to have at one's disposal
“Even when accessible buildings exist in an area, election officials may lack the authority to use them.”
Opposite of past tense for to book in advance or make a reservation
“Due to complications with her pregnancy, Kitty had to cancel her dinner booking with her husband.”
Opposite of past tense for to refrain from delivering (a judgment or decision) without due consideration or evidence
“A motion has been filed before the Supreme Court against the President's request to expedite the verdict of the petitions on the dissolution of the parliament.”
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