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Opposite of a brief period of time, typically used to take a break from something
“They managed to reorganize their structure on the resumption of the game and managed to prevail over their rivals.”
Opposite of a quality or ability to control, charm or influence people
“We may infer that the repulsiveness of his character was heightened by frequent irritability and furious excesses of passion on slight occasions.”
Opposite of the use of witchcraft or magic arts
Opposite of a sudden short bout of an illness or stress
“Probiotics can be used to provide defense against illnesses.”
Opposite of a break between two performances or sessions
Opposite of a period of time, typically in a given working role
Opposite of a spell or hold
“Another key came in the testimony under immunity of two men who said they were with the suspect the night of the shooting.”
Opposite of a sudden attack of illness, especially a stroke or an epileptic fit
Opposite of a magical word or phrase uttered with the intention of bringing about evil
Opposite of control or dominance over someone or something
“This kind of freedom may coincide with the cruelest despotism and with the subjugation of the overwhelming majority of the people.”
Opposite of a continuous period of time
“For a brief moment, considering the embarrassing circumstances, I was pleased with my poised response.”
Opposite of a continuous period of a particular situation or condition
“Following her membership in the group, her household experienced a brief spurt of economic improvement.”
Opposite of a sudden burst of intense emotion
“Her favorite character is Data, an android who, for all his emotionlessness, has a great curiosity about being human.”
Opposite of a state of dreaming while awake
Opposite of a feeling of intense pleasure or joy
Opposite of a supernatural power to control or manipulate the forces of nature
“Whatever happens by nature happens for the sake of something.”
Opposite of a person or thing that brings bad luck
Opposite of a somewhat unconscious state of mind
“I woke up refreshed and in a state of clarity.”
Opposite of a short time or period
(somewhat rare) Opposite of a sudden outburst of emotion
“The medication gave her brief relief from her nagging cough, but within twenty-four hours, it had returned.”
Opposite of a daily period of work, especially in shift-based jobs
Opposite of an obligation to do something that comes successively to each of a number of people
Opposite of an extended period of leisure and recreation, especially one involving travel
Opposite of a mystical term, phrase or formula believed to have magical powers
Opposite of an interruption or interval
“To maintain the continuity of the record it is necessary that the cycled radiometers have the same spectral responsivities.”
Opposite of an interval or passage of time
Opposite of a powerful force of attraction
“She liked him, which is extremely important given her strong aversion to doctors.”
Opposite of to be a sign or warning of
“Clear skies with not a hint of rain seemed to contradict the predicted forecast of partly cloudy conditions with a chance of showers.”
Opposite of to cause or result in
“These options are good candidates to pursue, but attention must be given to the identification of the challenges that will inhibit or prevent success.”
Opposite of to cast a magical charm or spell on
“Considered a symbol of regal authority, the dragon was also thought to dispel evil magic.”
Opposite of to give someone or something a rest or break
“They work me off my feet and knock the spirit out of me until I literally collapse from exhaustion.”
Opposite of to be a sign or indication of
Opposite of to imply, or to be an indirect sign or indication of
Opposite of to cast a magical spell on
(something) Opposite of to prove or reveal a truth about
“Our performance today should disprove recent allegations that our team is unable to win as an underdog.”
Opposite of to mean or signify
“The transformation from text to image, or vice versa, can reinforce, clarify, or contradict the meaning of the text.”
(result in) Opposite of to have as a consequence
“Hyperactivity can sometimes begin with the consumption of too much sugar.”
Opposite of to indicate or suggest
Opposite of to take over the place, position, or role of
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