Be given and Discourage

Opposite meaning terms

Be given verb - Have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined.

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Discourage is an antonym for be given in topics: fall victim to, accept delivery of something.

Discourage verb - To lessen the courage or confidence of.

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Be given is an antonym for discourage.

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