Buckle and Potter

Opposite meaning words

Buckle verb - To occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention.

Usage example: buckled himself down and finished the assignment in record time

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Potter is an antonym for buckle.

Nearby Words: buck, buckled, buckling, buckler

Potter verb - Do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly.

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Buckle is an antonym for potter.

Nearby Words: pottering, pottery, pottered, Pott

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