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Opposite of having a serious demeanor
“Now I have to go and intimidate Mr. Mills for a while as payback for his flippant remark.”
Opposite of of great seriousness or importance
“We are deluged with trivial information and pointless musings which strain the patience to breaking point.”
Opposite of felt or believed deeply and sincerely
“It opens with an artfully contrived apology for his impious stretch of arbitrary power, by which he endeavors to bring the chorus over to his views.”
Opposite of diligent or focused in one's efforts
“After a half-hearted effort at saving my pocket money, I quickly emptied my account.”
(irresolute) Opposite of having or displaying resolve
“I have my doubts that you are going to succeed because you seem like a very weak-willed person.”
(ambiguous) Opposite of having or displaying resolve
Opposite of expressing something forcibly and clearly
Opposite of having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm towards an activity
“I was just a casual follower of tennis, but a fanatic enthusiast of basketball.”
Opposite of characterized by deep or forceful feelings
“The murderer appeared cold and unremorseful as he was being interviewed by the media.”
Opposite of having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties
“All the best ideas are based on the premise that people are fundamentally lazy, and would rather be on their sofa than anywhere else.”
Opposite of sincere, genuine, and in good faith
Opposite of attentively occupied with
Opposite of significant or extreme in degree or intensity
“In spite of her frugal spendings, Eva only had a moderate urge to shop, preferring instead to use her time to upkeep her house.”
Opposite of of a serious or sedate nature or consequence
“Listening to his intonation as he discusses his films, it's hard to tell if he's being facetious or if he's dead serious about what he's saying.”
Opposite of characterized by an atmosphere or expression lacking in cheer
“The wall appeared completely black from the outside, allowing for a cheery atmosphere while ensuring complete privacy.”
Opposite of having unconditional and enthusiastic support
“There was some grudging applause at the final curtain, but I got the feeling it was more for the sake of form, rather than actual enjoyment.”
Opposite of warm and friendly
“Looking up at the large, unfriendly face, McBeath decided this was not the moment for honesty.”
Opposite of having pledged oneself to a particular belief or course of action
“He stands untrammeled and uncommitted to any faction.”
Opposite of being such by habit, long-established, and not likely to change
(informal) Opposite of to be under no illusion, or to be serious about a matter
“You are deluded if you think things are going to work out between the two of you.”
Opposite of being alert or on top of things by paying close attention
“Some studies showed that refined sugar and food additives made children hyperactive and inattentive.”
Opposite of fond of reading or studying
(of a question or subject) Opposite of being of current or continuing interest and importance
“Free education was once a dead issue that must be raised again as it is pertinent to our children's futures.”
Opposite of denoting a high degree of seriousness
“This is a frivolous matter which can be ignored.”
(facetiousness) Opposite of the state or quality of being serious or solemn
“Though occasionally the humor degenerates into facetiousness, the verbal dexterity of the verse is superb.”
(facetiousness) Opposite of the state or quality of being serious or solemn
Opposite of security provided as a guarantee that an obligation will be met
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