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Anarchy is a state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority. Peace refers to freedom from disturbance; tranquility, which opposes the chaos of anarchy.
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Malignant means malevolent or (of a disease) very virulent or infectious. Benign means gentle and kindly, or (of a disease) not harmful, making it the perfect antonym.
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Violence involves physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill. Harmony refers to a consistent, orderly, or pleasing arrangement of parts; peace, which is the opposite.
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Smooth means having an even and regular surface or consistency. Rough means having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth, which is the direct antonym.
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Bustle means to move in an energetic or noisy manner. Calm means not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other emotions; peaceful, which opposes the energy of bustle.
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Posterior means further back in position; of or nearer the rear or hind end. Anterior means nearer the front, especially situated in the front of the body or nearer to the head.
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Malicious means characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm. Pleasing means satisfying or appealing, which contrasts with the harmful intent of being malicious.
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Inimical means tending to obstruct or harm; hostile. Friendly implies a kind and helpful attitude, which is the direct opposite of being hostile or inimical.
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Candid means truthful and straightforward; frank. Reserved means slow to reveal emotion or opinions, making it the opposite of being open and candid.
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Belittle means to make someone or something seem unimportant. Glorify means to praise or worship; to describe or represent as admirable, which is the opposite action.