opposite

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Estimated CEFR level: A2 — Elementary

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Definition

  1. noun a word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word, in which case the two words are antonyms of each other
  2. noun a relation of direct opposition
  3. noun a contestant that you are matched against

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English opposit, borrowed from Old French oposite, from Latin oppositus, perfect passive participle of oppōnō (“to oppose”). Compare oppose.

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Synonyms

antonym, opposite word

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