antithesis
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The exact opposite of something, or a rhetorical device that places two contrasting ideas side by side.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Her calm, methodical style was the _____ of her predecessor's chaotic management."
Answer: antithesis
In your own words, what does "antithesis" mean?
The exact opposite of something, or a rhetorical device that places two contrasting ideas side by side.
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