Ant. Law, regulation, command; disuse, non-observance, desuetude.

Cutting. Sharp, keen; sarcastic, severe, satirical, wounding, piercing, trenchant, stinging, sardonic, cruel.

Ant. Mild, soothing, flattering, indulgent, consoling, gratifying.

Cynical. Censorious, churlish, carping, cross, peevish; derisive, contemptuous, scornful, pessimistic, misanthropic.

Ant. Genial, lenient; optimistic, philanthropic.

D

Dainty. Exquisite, choice, rare, refined; savory, palatable, delicious, toothsome, tasty, epicurean; fastidious, luxurious.

Ant. Common, dirty, vulgar, coarse, defiled, nasty, foul, filthy.

Damage. Hurt, injury, detriment, loss, mischief, impairment.

Ant. Benefit, compensation, advantage, blessing, reparation.