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depressive Antonyms

Opposite of depressive

Because the opposite of depressive shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Relating to, characterized by, or suffering from psychological depression.

Usage Example

"The patient sought therapy after experiencing several severe manic episodes over the winter."

Strongest
manic
Strong
euphoric
cheerful
upbeat

• adjective (Context 2)

Tending to lower, reduce, or hold down activity, value, or vitality.

Usage Example

"Rising interest rates had a noticeably stimulative effect on the local housing market."

Strongest
stimulative
Strong
invigorating
buoyant

Similar words to depressive

Words similar to depressive shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

depressant
melancholic
dysthymic
inhibitory
despondent
suppressive
dampening
gloomy
See all synonyms of depressive

• Nearby Words

depressing
depressingly
depression
depressive
depressor
depressurize
deprivation

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Depressive. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/depressive
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