Word OPPOSITE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

opposite

🇺🇸 [ˈɑːpəzɪt]

Meanings

Referring to something that is completely different or contrary in nature, direction, or position. Opposite can describe a relationship where two things are diametrically opposed, whether physically or conceptually.

Examples

• The opposite side of the street was blocked off for construction.
• Their opinions were opposite on the matter of the new policy.
• She lives on the opposite side of town from her work.

Synonyms

contrary • reverse • antagonistic

Antonyms

same • identical • similar