Divest and Festoon

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Divest verb - To end the occupancy or possession of.

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Festoon is an antonym for divest.

Nearby Words: divestment, divesting

Festoon verb - To make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming.

Usage example: for Valentine's Day the dance hall was festooned with a riot of red hearts and bow-wielding cupids

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Divest is an antonym for festoon.

Nearby Words: festooned, festooning

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