(of a person) Opposite of liked or admired by the majority of people
“His tendency to lose his temper made him an unpopular character around the club.”
(of a belief or attitude) Opposite of held by the majority of public
“It is by no means an uncommon belief that a system of ethics resting on either theological or philosophical foundations is needful for the security of practical morality.”
(of political activity) Opposite of participated in by a large part of the public rather than driven by politicians or political parties
“The anti-monarchy lobby insists that the monarch is a burden on the taxpayer and undemocratic.”
Opposite of designed to suit the general public rather than specialists or intellectuals
“Their activity sections are supposedly quite highbrow, but they still have lots of popular things to do.”
Opposite of very fashionable or up to date in trends
Opposite of having a good reputation and well respected
Opposite of famous or widely praised
Opposite of accepted, used or practiced by most people
Opposite of being predominant across, or applying to, a broad spectrum
“His dissent gives a clear insight into his limited, narrow view of individual liberties.”
Opposite of used in or suitable for everyday conversation rather than formal or official contexts
Opposite of present, appearing, or found everywhere
“I don't mind freckles on my face, but the odd mole aggrieves me.”
Opposite of marked by accolades, or having favorable opportunities
“He remained a largely anonymous actor, having failed to score any roles of note in Hollywood.”
Opposite of traditionally, or generally, recognized and accepted
“One must be wary of the quack doctor who treats his patients using unfamiliar techniques.”
Opposite of modern, unfamiliar, or different
Opposite of popular or in demand
“Undesirable traits such as health defects, aggressiveness or lack of docility are selected against.”
Opposite of unanimous or undivided
“All judges were asked to vote, but the panel was divided in their deliberation for a resounding winner.”
Opposite of reasonable or low in cost or price
“Expensive market research and costly billboard advertising were crucial factors in its success.”
(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 treated or regarded with partiality
“When they could not procure the mahi-mahi, Johnny reluctantly accepted the mackerel, his unpreferred choice.”
Opposite of of or belonging to the lower social classes
Opposite of relating to society or its organization
“The property was bought for personal purposes.”
Opposite of instantly appealing and memorable
Opposite of of, or relating to, people or society at the local level
Opposite of trendy or fashionable
“He wore baggy, rainbow-colored pants that were highly unfashionable.”
Opposite of the best of its kind or class
“I have come across parents like him who simply shrug their shoulders when you outline their children's atrocious behavior.”
Opposite of related to the (or any) city
Opposite of significantly broad in extent
“Those species endemic to a very limited area are often most threatened by the collection of plants from the wild.”
Opposite of characteristic of, or related to, a particular nation
“The international agency polices the development of atomic energy facilities.”
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