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Term: antonyms

Description:

Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings when compared to each other. They can be used to express contrast, disagreement, or to provide alternative options in writing or speech.

Senses and Usages:

1. Opposite in Meaning:

In this sense, antonyms are used to convey contrasting or opposite meanings within the same context or sentence.

Example Sentence: Love and hate are classic antonyms, representing the extreme ends of an emotional spectrum.

2. Contrastive Pairs:

Antonyms can also refer to words that are commonly used together to provide a clear contrast or difference in concepts.

Example Sentence: The novel explores the eternal struggle between good and evil, presenting them as antonyms battling for control.

3. Local Usage:

In some regions or local dialects, specific words may be used as antonyms to convey contrasting meanings unique to that locality.

Example Sentence: In colloquial language, "wet" and "dry" are often treated as antonyms to describe local weather conditions.

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