Abuse and Ovation

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Abuse noun - Harsh insulting language.

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Ovation is an antonym for abuse.

Nearby Words: abusive, abused, abusing

Ovation noun - Enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval.

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Abuse is an antonym for ovation in applause topic.

endless	endless abuse	endless ovation
massive	massive abuse	massive ovation

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