opposites

NOUN

something completely unlike

Synonyms

STRONGEST

antithesis contrary

STRONG

antipode antonym contra contradiction contrast converse counterpart foil inverse obverse opposition paradox reverse

WEAK

another adverse antilogy antipole other extreme other side other side of coin vice versa

Antonyms

STRONG

agreement same similarity

WEAK

likeness

Example Sentences

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The more we talked, the more we realized that our shortcomings, which made us look like exact opposites, came from the same root.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

But their routes to success are complete opposites.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Despite being polar opposites in character, Charles and President Donald Trump appeared to share a genuine bonhomie.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

When it comes to commanding the screen, though, Ms. Coel is not in the same league as Mr. McKellen, which means the intended balance of opposites doesn’t quite pan out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

It’s like when Lola plants flowers along side the veggies in her garden and says that even though they’re opposites, they help each other grow.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio