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Opposite of reserved or uncommunicative in nature or character
Opposite of remote or hidden in location
Opposite of slow to reveal emotion or opinions
Opposite of not given to showing emotion or feelings
Opposite of shy or socially timid, not liking to be noticed
“She acts sweet, kind and nice on the outside, but inside she's as rude and presumptuous as I am.”
Opposite of modest and having no pretensions or ostentation
Opposite of not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily
“The check-in assistant seemed to be in a particularly garrulous mood, chatting with his colleague while he printed out the boarding card.”
(of a person) Opposite of shy, timid, and quiet
Opposite of modest or unassuming in nature or character
Opposite of being, placed or standing apart or alone
“On any tour of the vessel, you will be accompanied at all times.”
Opposite of located or standing away from view or in a remote location
(of a person or lifestyle) Opposite of isolated from others
“Ellen lived a very busy life, and would rarely be alone at home.”
Opposite of forgetful or careless due to distraction
Opposite of done or acting in an indifferent or apathetic manner
Opposite of without friends or company (and therefore sad)
“John is a popular student in our class, and everyone wants to hang around him.”
Opposite of not excessively showy or lively
(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 excessively concerned with rules and order
Opposite of shy or timid in nature or demeanor
“The children are assertive enough to ask for what they want, when they want it.”
Opposite of no longer present
(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 deep in thoughts characterized by sadness
“His cheerful disposition was intensified when he saw Kitty had thoroughly recovered.”
Opposite of permanently no longer available or in production
Opposite of past participle for to take out or remove
“If you overdraw your account, deposit money into the bank as soon as possible to avoid additional overdrafts and fees.”
Opposite of past participle for to move or depart to another place
“We decided to remain at the beach for a couple of hours and wait for the sunset.”
Opposite of past participle for to retreat or flee from a (hostile) place or situation
“Then he commanded the soldiers to advance, bearing shields so that they were all standing on the river bank.”
Opposite of past participle for to discontinue or no longer provide (something previously supplied or offered)
“While forgiveness might be good for the soul, it needs both sides to proffer that olive branch.”
Opposite of past participle for to take back or renege on an initial statement or stance
“The governor refused to back down, and if anything, decided to double down his stance on the issue.”
Opposite of past participle for to pull out of, or cease to participate in, a deal, agreement or position
“With strong support behind him, David had been urged to enter the race for a new term.”
Opposite of past participle for to back out of a deal or agreement due to fear or apprehension
“If we can't fill all the parts then we will not be able to proceed with the play as we had planned.”
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