Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
antithetical
Adjective
/ˌæn.tɪˈθɛt.ɪ.kəl/
Definition
Directly opposed or contrasted; mutually incompatible.
Examples
- The philosopher argued that the concept of freedom is antithetical to oppression.
- Her antithetical views on the subject often led to heated debates.
- In literature, the antithetical nature of good and evil is a common theme.
Meaning
Antithetical describes something that is in complete opposition to something else, often highlighting a stark contrast between two ideas or entities.
Synonyms
- Contradictory
- Opposed
- Incompatible
- Contrasting
