Boomerang and Thrive

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Boomerang verb - To have the reverse of the desired or expected effect.

Usage example: the well-meaning gesture boomeranged, since he ended up being offended by it

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Thrive is an antonym for boomerang.

Thrive verb - To grow vigorously.

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Boomerang is an antonym for thrive.

Nearby Words: thriving, thrived, thriven

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