Bore and Enthuse

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Bore verb - To make a hole or series of holes in.

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Enthuse is an antonym for bore.

Nearby Words: boring, bored, borer

Enthuse verb - To make an exaggerated display of affection or enthusiasm.

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Bore is an antonym for enthuse in topics: influence, start, please, thrill, excite.

Nearby Word: enthusing

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