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Opposites

Verb / ˈɑ:pʌzʌts / Another word for opposites — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Opposites are things that are completely different from each other or on the other side of something.

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Example sentences

  1. The opposite of up is down.
  2. Black is the opposite color of white.
  3. The opposite of happy is sad.
  4. The opposite of left is right.
  5. The opposite of big is small.

Quotes

  • 'Opposites attract' - Paula Abdul
  • 'Opposites may attract, but I wouldn't put my money on a relationship of financial opposites.' - Suze Orman
  • 'Good and evil, reward and punishment, are the only motives to a rational creature: these are the spur and reins whereby all mankind are set on work and guided.' - John Locke

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