Antonyms for on the beam


Grammar : Adj
Spell : beem
Phonetic Transcription : bim


Definition of on the beam

Origin :
  • "emit rays of light," early 15c., from beam (n.) in the "ray of light" sense. Sense of "to smile radiantly" is from 1804; that of "to direct radio transmissions" is from 1927. Related: Beamed; beaming.
  • As in proficient : adj able, skilled
  • As in aware : adj knowledgeable
  • As in acceptable : adj satisfactory, agreeable
  • As in goodish : adj acceptable
  • As in OK : adj acceptable
  • As in unobjectionable : adj acceptable
  • As in cognizant : adj aware
  • As in adept : adj very able
  • As in conversant : adj experienced, familiar with
  • As in adroit : adj very able or skilled
  • As in correct : adj accurate, exact

Synonyms for on the beam

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