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opposite

[op-uh-zit, -sit] / ˈɒp ə zɪt, -sɪt /
ADJECTIVE
unlike, conflicting; completely different
Synonyms
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adverse antagonistic antithetical contradictory differing paradoxical reversed
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antipodal contrary counter facing hostile independent inverse obverse reverse separate
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antipodean contrapositive contrasted corresponding crosswise diametric diametrically opposed different dissimilar diverse flip-side fronting inconsistent inimical irreconcilable opposed ornery polar repugnant retrograde unalike unconnected unrelated unsimilar violative vis-à-vis
Antonyms
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agreeing similar
WEAK
compatible like
NOUN
something completely unlike
Synonyms
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antithesis contrary
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antipode antonym contra contradiction contrast converse counterpart foil inverse obverse opposition paradox reverse
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another adverse antilogy antipole other extreme other side other side of coin vice versa
Antonyms
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agreement same similarity
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likeness

Example Sentences

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The presence of two people at the opposite ends of human lifespan showed the Masters' annual Par 3 Contest is not just providing wholesome, family-friendly entertainment.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

An 11th hour U.S.-Iran cease-fire has triggered a spectacular rally for stocks and the opposite for oil prices.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

You’ve given yourself “something to do,” in Graham’s words, with the satisfaction of knowing it’s the opposite of what the crowd is likely to do.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Through Greg, Lawrence and Tarses show us that dolt’s opposite, the well-meaning dad who wants to hold his daughter’s hand through life’s tough spots.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

He threw a stone again: this time an arrow erupted from the opposite side.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell