Antipodal

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Pronunciation: /ænˈtɪpədəl/

Definitions of antipodal

noun a point or place diametrically opposite to another

Example Sentences

A1 The antipodal point on Earth is directly opposite to a given point.

A2 In geography, antipodal locations are those that are diametrically opposed to each other.

B1 The concept of antipodals is used in astronomy to describe celestial bodies that are on opposite sides of the sky.

B2 The antipodals of a star can be observed by looking in the opposite direction of its current position.

C1 Scientists study the antipodals of black holes to understand their gravitational effects on surrounding objects.

C2 The theory of antipodals in quantum mechanics suggests the existence of parallel universes with opposite physical laws.

adjective relating to or situated on the opposite side of the earth

Example Sentences

A1 The antipodal point of the North Pole is the South Pole.

A2 Antipodal regions often have opposite climates.

B1 The antipodal relationship between the two cities is evident in their cultural differences.

B2 The antipodal nature of their personalities made for an interesting dynamic in their friendship.

C1 The antipodal positions of the two political parties led to a deadlock in negotiations.

C2 The antipodal viewpoints of the scientists sparked a heated debate during the conference.

Examples of antipodal in a Sentence

formal The antipodal point of a location on Earth is the point diametrically opposite on the globe.

informal Australia and the United States are antipodal countries, meaning they are on opposite sides of the world.

slang I feel like my taste in music is antipodal to yours - we never agree on what to listen to.

figurative Their personalities are antipodal - one is outgoing and extroverted while the other is shy and introverted.

Grammatical Forms of antipodal

past tense

antipodaled

plural

antipodals

comparative

more antipodal

superlative

most antipodal

present tense

antipodal

future tense

will be antipodal

perfect tense

have been antipodal

continuous tense

being antipodal

singular

antipodal

positive degree

antipodal

infinitive

to be antipodal

gerund

being antipodal

participle

antipodaling

Origin and Evolution of antipodal

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'antipodal' originated from the Greek words 'anti' meaning opposite and 'pous' meaning foot.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe places or points on opposite sides of the earth, the term 'antipodal' has evolved to also refer to things that are diametrically opposed or completely different from each other.