Antipole

Pronunciation: /ˈæntiˌpoʊl/

Definitions of antipole

noun a person or thing that is the exact opposite or contrary of another

Example Sentences

A1 My antipole in the office always has the opposite opinion from mine.

A2 She is my antipole when it comes to fashion sense - she loves bright colors while I prefer neutrals.

B1 In a debate, it's important to consider the perspective of your antipole to have a well-rounded discussion.

B2 As a scientist, she often seeks out the opinions of her antipoles to challenge her own hypotheses.

C1 The CEO and the union leader were seen as antipoles in their negotiations, but eventually found common ground.

C2 The antipole of success is not failure, but rather mediocrity - always strive for excellence.

Examples of antipole in a Sentence

formal The antipole of a point on the Earth's surface is the point on the opposite side of the planet.

informal If you dig a hole straight through the Earth, you'll end up at the antipole.

slang I heard that if you go to the antipole, you'll find a secret underground city.

figurative In terms of personality, they are like the antipole of each other.

Grammatical Forms of antipole

• plural: antipoles
• comparative: more antipole
• superlative: most antipole
• present tense: antipole
• future tense: will antipole
• perfect tense: have antipoled
• continuous tense: is antipoling
• singular: antipole
• positive degree: antipole
• infinitive: to antipole
• gerund: antipoling
• participle: antipoled

Origin and Evolution of antipole

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'antipole' originated from the Latin word 'antipodes', which means 'those with feet opposite' or 'those who live on the opposite side of the Earth'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'antipole' has evolved to refer to the direct opposite or contrary of something, rather than specifically referring to people living on the opposite side of the Earth.