Pronunciation: /poʊlz əˈpɑrt/
noun a person or thing that is completely different or opposite to another
A1 The two friends were poles apart in their interests.
A2 The brothers had always been poles apart in their personalities.
B1 The two political parties were poles apart on the issue of healthcare.
B2 The two countries were poles apart in terms of economic development.
C1 The artist and the critic were poles apart in their views on modern art.
C2 The two scientists were poles apart in their theories on the origin of the universe.
adverb completely different or opposite in nature or character
A1 The two sisters are poles apart in personality.
A2 Their opinions on the matter are poles apart.
B1 The two political parties are poles apart on this issue.
B2 Their beliefs and values are poles apart, causing frequent disagreements.
C1 Despite being siblings, their career paths are poles apart.
C2 The two countries' economic policies are poles apart, leading to tensions in international relations.
formal Their opinions on the matter were poles apart, with one supporting the proposal and the other vehemently against it.
informal When it comes to music taste, we are poles apart - she loves pop while I prefer rock.
slang Those two are like chalk and cheese, they're poles apart in terms of personality.
figurative Although they were twins, their personalities were poles apart - one was outgoing and social while the other was introverted and shy.
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