Opposites Synonyms and Antonyms

A word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word, in which case the two words are antonyms of each other
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. antonyms
  2. converses
  3. contrasts
  4. counterparts
  5. counters
  6. oppositions
  7. contraries
  8. opponents
  9. facings
  10. counterpoints
  11. contradictories
  12. antitheses
  13. contradictions
  14. foils
Antonyms:
  1. similarities
  2. synonyms
  3. likenesses
A relation of direct opposition
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. contraries

Opposites Sentence Examples

  • They were total opposites in many ways.

  • We progress by making explicit the oppositions contained in the fundamental synthesis, by uniting these opposites, analysing the new synthesis, and so on, until we reach an ultimate pair.

  • Apparently opposites did attract.

  • Together they complement each other as polarized opposites creating balance within the forces of the universe.

  • This is expressed as the relationship of opposites, the yin and yang, seeking balance.

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