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To make something into something else
“He regularly changes the design of the website once it is out of date.”
To guide or escort
“The usher then shows you to your seat.”
Opposite of to ignore or pay no attention to someone or something
Opposite of to be anxious or concerned
“I have now learned to disregard matters which are of no importance.”
Opposite of to take part or interfere in something, typically to prevent or alter a result or course of events
“Maria tried to ignore the bickering couple as she picked the strawberries from the adjacent vines.”
Opposite of to completely alter the form of
Opposite of to drive spiritually or urge someone on
“I wouldn't want to discourage them, but I would urge caution and some sensible risk assessment.”
Opposite of to copy or create (the same thing) again, potentially with a variation
Opposite of to engage in an unproductive activity
Opposite of to seize or capture someone or an animal
Opposite of to physically go along with
“My pet dog was strange in that he preferred to stay indoors and would always avoid me whenever I wanted to go for a walk outside.”
Opposite of to subject (someone) to constant scoldings or harassment
“Can you just leave in peace, the boy who is sitting next to you?”
(of an event or activity) Opposite of to make arrangements or preparations for
Opposite of to examine through the sense of touch
“The shop assistant tried to get her to ignore the superior fabric of the handbag because she would not have purchased it anyway.”
Opposite of to fiddle, tamper or play with something
“Put the coins on the table and leave them alone.”
Opposite of to physically attack ferociously and wound
“They can be very dangerous, but like most reef animals, they will probably ignore you if you leave them alone.”
(usually in the negative) Opposite of to attend to or deal with
“I am not prepared to excuse or disregard this matter even if the defendant asks for it to be dealt with in isolation.”
Opposite of to advise earnestly
Opposite of to legally care for another's child
“He could not abandon his dog, and he roamed once more down into the misty valley, whistling softly and with great caution a repetition of two notes.”
Opposite of to study or check into thoroughly
“The media would largely ignore Hayden's claim of being attacked by someone who was displeased by his attire.”
Opposite of to get rid of or destroy
Opposite of to implant or ingrain, literally or into one's consciousness
Opposite of to introduce (something) between other things
Opposite of to scheme or plot, typically in a manipulative or deceitful manner
Opposite of to act as a mediator in a dispute
Opposite of to scare or cause to feel fear
Opposite of to remove or take out, especially with effort or force
Opposite of to teach in a biased, one-sided, or uncritical manner
Opposite of to underhandedly manipulate something or someone
Opposite of to affect without completely changing
Opposite of to move, or cause to move, in a wavelike motion
Opposite of to move very slowly (towards something)
Opposite of to suggest or indicate something indirectly
Opposite of to put down or control by cruelty or force
Opposite of to gain access or entry into
“The dog would chew through the screen door and exit the house.”
Opposite of to cause anguish or distress to
Opposite of to persuade or use influence on
Opposite of to declare loudly, openly or publicly
Opposite of to cover or enclose in cloth or soft material
Opposite of to push roughly
Opposite of to intrude or interfere on a conversation or activity
Opposite of to imply, or to be an indirect sign or indication of
Opposite of to investigate or snoop around in someone else's business
Opposite of to ask someone earnestly or humbly
Opposite of to limit, restrict, or inhibit the degree or level of
Opposite of to search blindly or uncertainly by feeling with the hands
Opposite of to convert or attempt to convert (someone) from one religion, belief, or opinion to another
Opposite of to follow or chase after
“At that point, Siringo was ordered to abandon the chase and proceed to Montana.”
Opposite of to attack or bombard with bombs or artillery
Opposite of to provide a refund or recompense
Opposite of to make secret plans, typically underhandedly and jointly with others
Opposite of to make small or restless movements, especially through nervousness or impatience
Opposite of to handle a substance physically with the intent of creating a desired form
Opposite of to take over the place, position, or role of
Opposite of to encircle and hem in, typically in a hostile fashion
Opposite of to put (something) to use
Opposite of to have an effect or influence on, especially a negative one
Opposite of to move, demolish, or flatten with a bulldozer
Opposite of to attack by force, typically to gain control of
Opposite of to mix up or agitate the contents of
Opposite of to cause to be amazed or excited
Opposite of to annoy or irritate
Opposite of to design with a new shape or form
“Our graphic designer happened to neglect the creation of a new layout for the website.”
Opposite of to interfere with the normal arrangement or functioning of
Opposite of to influence or induce someone to believe or do something
Opposite of to make less extreme or uncompromising
Opposite of to delay or postpone
Opposite of to jerk, shake or vibrate suddenly or violently
Opposite of to recompense or award someone in return for something done or given
Opposite of to deceive or cause to believe what is untrue
Opposite of to be a sign or symbol of
Opposite of to have significance or be influential in a matter or decision
Opposite of to administer, implement, or carry out
Opposite of to make more beautiful or attractive by adorning or decorating
Opposite of to take charge of, or to make decisions about
Opposite of to lean or bend at an angle
Opposite of to (attempt to) influence, persuade or pressure someone, typically politically
Opposite of to fill or crowd around or into a place or area
Opposite of to yield, surrender or give up
Opposite of to take action or do something
Opposite of to exploit or take advantage of an opportunity for personal gain or profit
Opposite of to wake, or cause to wake, from sleep
Opposite of to move or cause to move from one place to another, especially over a small distance
Opposite of to injure or hurt by twisting a body part
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