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Antonym of Ointment

Description:

The antonym of ointment refers to substances or medications that are used to dry, cleanse, or remove moisture from the skin, rather than moisturizing or lubricating it.

Possible Parts of Speech, Senses, and Usages:

Noun:

Dryness, Cleanser, Absorbent, Dehydration

Adjective:

Drying, Dehydrating, Absorbent

Verb:

Dry, Cleanse, Absorb, Dehydrate

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. He used a powerful cleanser, the antonym of ointment, to remove the excess oil from his face.

2. Applying dehydrants, which act as the antonym of ointment, may help in reducing perspiration.

Adjective:

1. Her skin felt dry and flaky after using the antonym of ointment moisturizer that contained strong drying agents.

2. The dehydrating lotion acted as the antonym of ointment, leaving a matte finish on the skin.

Verb:

1. After swimming, make sure to dry your ears thoroughly to prevent any moisture build-up and avoid the need for ointment to treat infections.

2. The specialized cleanser can cleanse and dehydrate the skin, serving as an antonym of ointment.

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