Opposite of to engage in (typically meaningless or unimportant) speech, dialog or conversation
“What you see is a young politician, who has an ability to articulate his views like an experienced statesman.”
Opposite of to talk in an informal and friendly way
Opposite of to talk or chatter at length, typically on trivial subjects
“He motioned to silence the crowd as he prepared to belt the opening number for the concert.”
Opposite of to make spontaneous sounds and movements as instinctive expressions of lively mirth or amusement
“Homer would cry over the loss of his pet lobster, Pinchy, but simultaneously enjoy eating it.”
Opposite of to engage in (typically meaningless or unimportant) conversation
Opposite of to talk much and to little purpose
Opposite of to speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings
“Most of the children were quite happy to speak their minds, but Joey would just sit and listen.”
Opposite of informal or casual talk amongst people
Opposite of the action or sound of laughing
Opposite of conversation or talk that is casual or informal
Opposite of an act of laughing
“Quit your blubbering boy, and get on with the task at hand!”
Opposite of a laugh, an instance of laughing, or the sound of laughter
Opposite of friendly, informal conversation
“We need to have a discussion about the progress of our current project.”
Opposite of idle talk or chatter
“An awkward silence filled the room as the crowd waited in bated breath for the magician to complete his death-defying stunt.”
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