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antithesis

noun

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

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
10
Starts with
A
Ends with
S
Contains
NT
Scrabble score
13
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

æn.ˈtɪ.θə.sɪs

Meaning

Definitions

noun

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

noun

  1. exact opposite

    “his theory is the antithesis of mine”

In context

Example Sentences

his theory is the antithesis of mine
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