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Sense 1 (Verb): To follow or pursue someone secretly and persistently

Description: The antonyms of "stalk" in this sense refer to the opposite actions of following, pursuing, or spying on someone without their knowledge or consent.

Antonyms:

• Protect
• Respect

Sample Sentences:

1. Instead of stalking her, he decided to protect her privacy.
2. The respectful person avoided the practice of stalking others.

Sense 2 (Noun): The main stem of a plant, bearing leaves and flowers

Description: The antonyms of "stalk" in this sense refer to the opposite characteristics of the main stem of a plant, particularly in terms of thickness, rigidity, or length.

Antonyms:

• Petal
• Leaf

Sample Sentences:

1. The delicate petal contrasted with the sturdy stalk of the flower.
2. The leaf was vibrant green and stood out against the thin, brown stalk.