Antonyms

The word 'major' means significant or large in importance. Its opposite is 'minor', which means lesser in importance or size.

The word 'beautiful' describes something aesthetically pleasing. Its direct opposite is 'ugly', which describes something unpleasant to look at.

To 'chide' means to scold or rebuke someone. The opposite is to 'praise', which means to express approval or admiration.

'Vague' means unclear or indefinite. The opposite is 'clear', which means easy to perceive or understand.

To 'dismiss' means to remove someone from a job or position. The opposite is to 'employ', which means to hire someone.

'Docile' means ready to accept control or instruction; submissive. The opposite is 'stubborn', which means having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude.

To 'scold' means to find fault with someone angrily. The opposite is 'praise', which means to express warm approval.

The prefix 'ir-' is commonly used to form the antonym of 'responsible', resulting in 'irresponsible'.

'Worse' is the comparative form of 'bad'. The opposite is 'better', which is the comparative form of 'good'.

'Mortal' refers to something that will eventually die. The prefix 'im-' creates the antonym 'immortal', meaning living forever.

To 'attack' means to take aggressive action against. The opposite is to 'defend', which means to resist an attack.

'Nimble' means quick and light in movement. The opposite is 'lazy', which implies a lack of activity or movement.

'Diseased' means suffering from a disease. The opposite is 'healthy', which means in good physical condition.

To 'receive' means to be given something. The opposite is to 'give', which means to hand something over.

'Reserved' describes someone who is slow to reveal their emotions or opinions. The opposite is 'talkative', which describes someone who talks a lot.

'Rapid' means moving with great speed. The opposite is 'slow', which means moving at a low speed.

Harvest refers to the process of gathering crops or the yield itself. Planting is the opposite action, as it involves putting seeds into the ground to begin the growth cycle.

Rational means based on or in accordance with reason or logic. Irrational is the direct antonym, meaning not logical or reasonable.

Aloof describes someone who is distant, reserved, or uninterested. Unreserved describes someone who is open, friendly, and forthcoming, making it the opposite.

Vocal means expressing opinions freely or loudly. Speechless means unable to speak or silent, which is the opposite.

Uncivilised refers to a lack of social or cultural development. Civilised is the direct antonym, referring to a society that is well-organized and developed.

To float is to rest on the surface of a liquid. To sink is to go down below the surface, which is the opposite action.

To disclose means to make information known or to reveal. To conceal means to keep something secret or hidden, which is the opposite.

Passive describes someone who accepts what happens without active response or resistance. Lively describes someone full of life and energy, which is the opposite.

Lenient means merciful or tolerant. Strict means demanding that rules be obeyed and not allowing much freedom, which is the opposite.