Antithetical

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Pronunciation: /ˌæntɪˈθɛtɪkəl/

Definitions of antithetical

adjective a word or phrase that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, antithetical describes something that is in opposition or contrast to something else

Example Sentences

A1 The concept of time being antithetical to money is difficult for young children to understand.

A2 In some cultures, individualism is seen as antithetical to community values.

B1 The protagonist's actions were antithetical to her beliefs, causing internal conflict.

B2 The artist's abstract paintings were seen as antithetical to traditional art forms by critics.

C1 The politician's stance on immigration was antithetical to the views of his party members.

C2 The scientist's groundbreaking theory was considered antithetical to established scientific principles.

Examples of antithetical in a Sentence

formal The concept of individualism is often seen as antithetical to collectivism.

informal Some people believe that cats and dogs are antithetical pets.

slang His love for spicy food is antithetical to his friend's preference for bland dishes.

figurative The politician's actions were antithetical to the values he claimed to uphold.

Grammatical Forms of antithetical

past tense

antithesized

plural

antitheticals

comparative

more antithetical

superlative

most antithetical

present tense

antithesizes

future tense

will antithesize

perfect tense

have antithesized

continuous tense

is antithesizing

singular

antithetical

positive degree

antithetical

infinitive

to antithesize

gerund

antithesizing

participle

antithesized

Origin and Evolution of antithetical

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'antithetical' originated from the Greek word 'antitithenai' meaning 'to set against'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'antithetical' has come to be used in English to describe something that is directly opposed or contrasted to something else.