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downright Antonyms
Opposite of downright
Because the opposite of downright shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
To an extreme or complete degree; thoroughly or utterly.
Usage Example
"The working conditions in the old factory were not merely uncomfortable; they were slightly dangerous."
Strong
slightly
barely
hardly
somewhat
partially
• adjective (Context 2)
So direct in statement as to be unambiguous; complete and total (used before a noun for emphasis, especially regarding something negative or unpleasant).
Usage Example
"Claiming that the project was finished on time was a partial lie."
Strong
partial
slight
mild
• adjective (Context 3)
Straightforward, candid, and blunt in manner or speech.
Usage Example
"Her evasive manner sometimes startled newcomers, but everyone appreciated her honesty."
Strongest
evasive
Strong
devious
indirect
Similar words to downright
Words similar to downright shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
out-and-out
outright
utterly
thoroughly
forthright
utter
straightforward
sheer
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Downright. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/downright