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Antonym of Transmitting

Definition

The antonym of transmitting refers to the opposite action of sending or conveying information, data, or signals to another party.

Possible Parts of Speech

• Noun: None
• Verb: Receive, Retain, Hold, Keep, Withhold
• Adjective: Non-transmitting, Inactive, Inoperative
• Adverb: None

Senses and Usages

1. Verb: Receive

Definition: To accept or take in information, data, or signals from another source.

Example Sentence: I always receive clear radio signals in the countryside.

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2. Verb: Retain

Definition: To keep or hold information, data, or signals without transmitting them further.

Example Sentence: It is important to retain a copy of the contract for future reference.

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3. Verb: Hold

Definition: To keep information, data, or signals in one place, often temporarily.

Example Sentence: Please hold your call while I transfer you to the appropriate department.

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4. Verb: Keep

Definition: To have information, data, or signals in one's possession without transmitting them elsewhere.

Example Sentence: You can keep the book for a few more days before returning it.

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5. Verb: Withhold

Definition: To deliberately refrain from transmitting or providing information, data, or signals.

Example Sentence: The manager decided to withhold the company's financial report until the meeting.

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6. Adjective: Non-transmitting

Definition: Describing something that does not send or transfer information, data, or signals to another source.

Example Sentence: The non-transmitting device ensured complete privacy of the user's personal data.

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7. Adjective: Inactive

Definition: Describing something that is not active or does not transmit information, data, or signals at a given time.

Example Sentence: The inactive account did not receive any updates or notifications.

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8. Adjective: Inoperative

Definition: Describing something that is not functioning correctly or incapable of transmitting information, data, or signals.

Example Sentence: The inoperative television couldn't receive any channels.

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