Opposite of unable to see because of injury, disease, or a congenital condition
“In a study, congenitally blind compared to sighted individuals showed frequently shorter latencies and higher amplitudes of auditory brainstem responses.”
Opposite of not determined by reason
“The rules concerning precautions in an attack are also germane to deciding whether a weapon is used in a discriminate manner.”
Opposite of rash or impulsive in nature
“On the one hand, he is likely to make a considered choice, but on the other, he's also likely to lament over the many other options he didn't pick.”
Opposite of characterized by force or intensity
“He was remarkably stoical, which was even more impressive since he was suffering from a mild gastrointestinal upset at the time.”
Opposite of ignorant or unmindful, especially of something important
“He is a pragmatist who is painfully aware of how hard it is to effect change in large organizations.”
Opposite of lacking in empathy
“My own post-traumatic stress syndrome is part of what makes me empathetic to the plight of veterans from past wars.”
Opposite of lacking intellect or good judgment
“The Schmidts are not particularly perceptive, so they did not notice the warning signs of drug abuse.”
Opposite of under the influence of alcohol
“Although Danny had been sober for a long stretch, you only had to scratch the surface to find that crazy, dramatic, addictlike behavior.”
Opposite of closed at one end, or having a dead end
“Our gaze falls continually on the buildings stretched out in front of us, and never gets lost in the bleak emptiness of a dead-straight open-ended street.”
Opposite of having no knowledge of a situation or fact
Opposite of lacking direction
“Her goals were clear, and she lived her life in a purposeful manner.”
Opposite of to block or get in someone's line of vision
“If he could drop to the ledge and not fall into the bottom of the canyon five hundred feet below, he could get out of sight immediately.”
Opposite of to obscure to the eye or understanding
“It had been lying underground for thousands of years until a huge storm had blown away the desert sands to reveal it in all its glory.”
Opposite of to overawe someone, especially with words or facts they may not fully comprehend
“In attempting to elucidate the significance of this paradox, I want to proceed carefully.”
Opposite of to charm or beguile
“Those earphones stuffed into your head will repel men from saying a single word to you.”
Opposite of to deprive (someone) of understanding, judgment, or perception
“Things are not as clear-cut as you might think, so perhaps you should enlighten me.”
Opposite of to blind or dazzle with light
Opposite of to make, or cause to be, blur or dim
Opposite of a cunning trick or dishonest act with the intent to deceive
Opposite of something serving to hide or disguise something (else)
Opposite of a screen or blind, typically on a window
Opposite of a period of excessive indulgence in drinking alcohol
Opposite of a person or organization serving as a cover for subversive or illegal activities
“As long as the person has performed his duty to a decent-to-great standard, it should look great and be a representation of what they do.”
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