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Synonyms for oppositeness


Grammar : Noun
Spell : op-uh-zit, -sit
Phonetic Transcription : ˈɒp ə zɪt, -sɪt

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Définition of oppositeness

Origin :
  • late 14c., "placed on the other side of (something)," from Old French oposite "opposite, contrary" (13c.), from Latin oppositus "standing against, opposed, opposite," past participle of opponere "set against" (see opponent). Meaning "contrary in nature or character" is from 1570s. As a noun from late 14c. As a preposition from 1758. As an adverb from 1817. Related: Oppositely.
  • As in contradistinction : noun opposition
  • As in contraposition : noun opposition
  • As in contrariety : noun opposition
  • As in contrariness : noun opposition
  • As in counterpoint : noun contrast
  • As in contrast : noun difference
Example sentences :
  • Dearly as we love home and home-folk, the gist of travel lies in oppositeness and surprises.
  • Extract from : « In the Heart of Vosges » by Matilda Betham-Edwards
  • Here, as in other respects, Celt and Teuton show an incompatibility and oppositeness which strongly suggest difference of origin.
  • Extract from : « The New Stone Age in Northern Europe » by John M. Tyler
  • The merit of woman consists in the oppositeness of her qualities to those of the male sex.
  • Extract from : « A World of Wonders » by Various
  • But it should be borne in mind that the oppositeness of their nature does not necessarily mean conflict.
  • Extract from : « The Law and the Word » by Thomas Troward
  • "She plays like a foreigner," he answered, pleased with the success and oppositeness of his evasion.
  • Extract from : « The Turtles of Tasman » by Jack London

Antonyms for oppositeness

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