Commend and Repine

Opposite meaning words

Commend verb - To put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another.

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Repine is an antonym for commend.

Repine verb - To express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely.

Usage example: there is no use repining over a love that's been long lost

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Commend is an antonym for repine.

Nearby Word: repining

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