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antithesis

/&/n't/I//T//I/s/I/s/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

  1. exact opposite

    noun.linkdef

    Examples
    His theory is the antithesis of mine.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. the juxtaposition of contrasting words or ideas to give a feeling of balance

    noun.communication

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  3. An opposition or contrast of words or sentiments occurring in the same sentence; as, "The prodigal <i>robs his heir</i>; the miser <i>robs himself</i>." "He had <i>covertly shot</i> at Cromwell; he how <i>openly aimed</i> at the Queen."

    noun

    Source: webster1913

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