Amp up and Quell

Opposite meaning terms

Amp up verb - To give life, vigor, or spirit to.

Usage example: an important news story that doesn't need to be amped up with sensationalism

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Quell is an antonym for amp up.

Quell verb - To put a stop to (something) by the use of force.

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Amp up is an antonym for quell.

Nearby Word: quelling

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