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Opposite of easy to understand
“The accompanying manual provides complicated instructions on how to operate our new microwave.”
Opposite of free from ambiguity
“His peculiar body language suggested it was ambiguous as to whether or not he liked broccoli.”
Opposite of very specific or precise
“I have been given very imprecise tasks to complete and so I do not know how to get them done.”
Opposite of to be in certain in one's mind
“We should not be jumping to conclusions while we are uncertain about what he really meant.”
Opposite of transparent or unclouded
“The murky waters of the overused river have been tarnished by human interference.”
Opposite of to stand out from being far superior to one's peers
“The decision to name Karl Malone as MVP of the NBA in 1999 was a contentious one.”
Opposite of free of cloud, mist, or rain
“The dark clouds had returned and the day was now as gloomy as they had feared.”
Opposite of without defects or blemishes, including freckles or knots
“She believed her blemished complexion must have been due to her constant consumption of chocolate.”
(of a sound or voice) Opposite of audibly distinct
“His voice was muffled behind the closed door.”
Opposite of open and unimpeded by obstructions
“During rush hour, the city's busy streets would be filled with traffic and pedestrians.”
Opposite of free of something undesirable
“My body is full of toxins because of my terrible diet.”
(of one's conscience) Opposite of free of guilt
“I have a guilty conscience because I did something I knew was wrong.”
Opposite of complete or full
“A partial day's notice is insufficient for us to schedule an appointment.”
Opposite of giving off or reflecting light
“The dimmed flame failed to warm his freezing hands.”
Opposite of visibly noticeable
“We did not notice at first, but hidden inside the barn was a resting cow.”
Opposite of having the ability to perceive clearly
“His mind was unfocused and he was clearly not in a position to address the issue at hand.”
Opposite of able to be seen
Opposite of accurate or correct in all details
“Did you feel in the storytelling there were any particularly glaring omissions or otherwise historically inaccurate stuff?”
Opposite of morally beyond reproach, blame or guilt
Opposite of not spoiled or made impure
Opposite of empty or not occupied
Opposite of having no limits or restrictions
Opposite of morally beyond reproach, blame or guilt
(of the weather) Opposite of to become brighter
“The skies are expected to darken tomorrow and the sun will be obstructed by heavy clouds.”
Opposite of to gradually go away or disappear
“A cold or flu will begin to form should you be infected by others carrying the virus.”
Opposite of to remove unwanted items from
“The dishes would pile up as the waiter was too busy to clear them away from our table.”
Opposite of to rid an area of obstructions
“Nine steel bollards, usually used to support the hulls of ships, blockade the yard's entrance.”
Opposite of to empty a given space
“Once you move in, you can then begin to fill the apartment with your personal belongings.”
Opposite of to cause people to leave a building or place
“When you hear the alarm, stay in the building until further instruction.”
Opposite of to pay off one's debts
“I bought another car which will only serve to accumulate more debt on my credit card.”
Opposite of to physically get or pass over something
“The amateur athlete would run into all of the hurdles during the race.”
Opposite of to remove from suspicion
“We have some new evidence that will incriminate the suspect.”
Opposite of to provide authorization or clearance to
“On your last day of employment, management will revoke your access to our top-secret laboratories.”
Opposite of to earn a profit of
“When it had hit rock bottom, his business would lose hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.”
Opposite of to remove impurities from
“We will pollute the water in this river if we keep throwing our rubbish into it.”
Opposite of to unclog something tubular or cylindrical
“Hair and food matter are the usual suspects that will clog your pipes.”
(clear up) Opposite of to cause to be clear from ambiguity
“We need to obfuscate the exact cause of the issue to cover our wrongdoings.”
Opposite of to disburden or free oneself of someone or something that is unwanted
Opposite of to pay or give what is owed
Opposite of to make someone (or a group) familiar with or knowledgeable about something
Opposite of to make someone aware of or familiar with
Opposite of to receive payment for work
(clear of) Opposite of so as to be out of the way of or away from
“Stand close to the famous statue so I can take a picture of you.”
Opposite of in a manner that is clear and intelligible
“The unconvincing politician spoke incoherently and disjointedly about his vision for the country.”
Opposite of all the way
“He only managed to throw the rock partially across the lake.”
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