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What is another word for Opposite? – 172 Opposite Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    contrary reverse converse inverse opposing contradictory conflicting divergent disparate contrasting different dissimilar unlike antithetical paradoxical contradictory adverse averse repugnant hostile antagonistic opposing counter reverse diametric antipodal polar contradictory inverse converse opposite contradictory paradoxical ambiguous unclear obscure indefinite conflicting incompatible inconsistent contradictory opposed contrasting different disparate distinct separate antagonistic anti counter converse inverse reverse opposite.

    Meaning of Opposite

    The primary meaning of the word "opposite" is something that is completely different or contrary in nature, direction, or position.

    Definitions

    • Located on the other side of something, especially when facing it
    • Completely different or contrary in nature, direction, or position
    • A person or thing that is entirely different from or contrary to another

    Etymology of Opposite

    The word "opposite" originates from the Old French word "opposite", which is derived from the Latin word "oppositus", meaning "placed against"
    The Latin word "oppositus" is the past participle of "opponere", which means "to place against" or "to set against"
    Historically, the word "opposite" has been used in various contexts, including geometry, philosophy, and everyday language, to describe things that are contrary or opposite in nature.

    Example Uses

    • The two buildings stood opposite each other across the street
    • Her views on politics are opposite to mine
    • The hotel room had a beautiful view of the park, which was located opposite the hotel

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    same identical similar alike equivalent equal uniform consistent matching corresponding identical alike comparable analogous congruent identical matching same uniform alike comparable congruent identical same similar uniform analogous comparable congruent identical.

    Related Nouns

    direction position location site place spot point situation orientation alignment aspect side face surface angle perspective viewpoint outlook stance attitude approach method technique system framework structure context circumstance condition state status.

    Related Verbs

    face confront oppose contrast differ diverge clash conflict contradict counter reverse invert converse alternate exchange replace substitute switch change alter modify adjust align position place locate situate orient direct.

    Related Adjectives

    different distinct separate unique individual particular special specific exclusive exceptional unusual extraordinary remarkable notable conspicuous prominent striking contrasting conflicting contradictory paradoxical ambiguous unclear obscure indefinite conflicting incompatible inconsistent.