RABELAISIAN Antonyms

• severely simple

• of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect

• practicing great self-denial

• characterized by propriety and dignity and good taste in manners and conduct

• according with custom or propriety

• affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way

• being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme

• a person who takes a position in the political center

• not extreme

• marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes

• preside over

• make less fast or intense

• lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

• make less severe or harsh

• make less strong or intense; soften

• make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else

• marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself

• not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance

• not large but sufficient in size or amount

• free from pomp or affectation

• low or inferior in station or quality

• humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness

• relatively moderate, limited, or small

• showing regard for others in manners, speech, behavior, etc.

• not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others

• marked by refinement in taste and manners

• affectedly dainty or refined

• exaggeratedly proper

• assume a prim appearance

• contract one's lips

• dress primly

• under restraint

• cool and formal in manner

• marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes

• not showy or obtrusive

• prudent

• dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

• characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

• in a softened tone

• restrained in style or quality

• quieted and brought under control

• not brilliant or glaring

• lacking in light; not bright or harsh