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Definitions from the Web

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A type of adjective that describes a quality or characteristic opposite to that of another noun in a sentence.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to the grammatical feature of an adjective that indicates opposition or contrast between two nouns.

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Examples:

Sense 1:

• The tall skyscraper overshadowed the short building next to it. (local meaning: of small height)
• Her cheerful demeanor silenced his gloomy mood. (popular meaning: of a depressed or sad nature)

Sense 2:

• The beautiful sunset painted the sky with vibrant colors. (popular meaning: visually pleasing or attractive)
• The doctor preferred clear evidence over circumstantial proof. (local meaning: connected with or suggestive of circumstances that are only indirectly observed)