Synonyms & Antonyms - Read Mode
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Rear refers to the back part of something. Front refers to the side or part of an object that presents itself to view or that is normally seen or used first.
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Benign means gentle and kindly, or (of a disease) not harmful. Malignant means malevolent, spiteful, or (of a disease) very virulent or infectious.
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Sluggish means slow-moving or inactive. Animated means full of life or excitement; lively. Thus, animated is the correct antonym for sluggish.
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Abduct means to take someone away illegally by force or deception (kidnap). Restore means to return someone or something to a former condition, place, or position.
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Agile means able to move quickly and easily. Lazy means unwilling to work or use energy, which contrasts with the active nature of being agile.
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Optimism is hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something. Pessimism is a tendency to see the worst aspect of things.
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Prodigal means spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wasteful. Economical means giving good value or service in relation to the amount of money, time, or effort spent.
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Coercive relates to using force or threats. Gentle means moderate in action, effect, or degree; not harsh or severe, which serves as an appropriate antonym.
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Cruelty is behavior that causes pain or suffering to others. Compassion is sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.
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Destitute means without the basic necessities of life. Affluent means having a great deal of money; wealthy. Therefore, affluent is the correct antonym.