Confront and Squinch

Opposite meaning words

Confront verb - To oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage.

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Squinch is an antonym for confront.

Squinch verb - To draw back in fear, pain, or disgust.

Usage example: didn't squinch a bit when the intruder pulled a knife on him

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Confront is an antonym for squinch.

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