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Opposite word

Definition:

The term "opposite word" refers to a word that has an entirely different meaning to another word or phrase.

Senses:

• Primary sense: Antonym

An opposite word in this sense is a term that expresses a contrary or contradictory meaning to another word. It is used to convey the opposite concept or idea.

• Secondary sense: Reversal

An opposite word in this sense indicates a complete reversal or inversion of something, such as a direction, position, or order.

• Secondary sense: Contrast

An opposite word in this sense is used to create a striking contrast or dichotomy between two concepts, ideas, or objects.

Example Sentences:

• "Hot" is the opposite word of "cold."
• The opposite word of "happy" is "sad."
• "Stop" is the opposite word of "go."
• The opposite word of "beginning" is "end."
• The magnetic poles have opposite words, attracting or repelling each other.
• He turned opposite words and started walking in the opposite direction.
• The black cat and the white dog were placed together to create a striking opposite words contrast.

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