Granting and Suppression

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Granting noun - The approval by someone in authority for the doing of something.

Usage example: your granting of an interview for this job opening will be much appreciated

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Suppression is an antonym for granting.

Nearby Words: grant, granted, grantor

Suppression noun - The checking of one's true feelings and impulses when dealing with others.

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Granting is an antonym for suppression.

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