Disaffect and Ingratiate

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Disaffect verb - To cause to change from friendly or loving to unfriendly or uncaring.

Usage example: a disaffected boyfriend was responsible for the vandalism to her home

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Ingratiate is an antonym for disaffect.

Ingratiate verb - Gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts.

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Disaffect is an antonym for ingratiate.

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