antithesis
/ænˈtɪθəsɪs/
an · tith · e · sis
/æn · ˈtɪθ · ə · sɪs/
English Definition
n. opposite; contrast; contradiction
Significado en Español
antítesis
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự đối lập, phản đề
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
anti-(opposite) + thesis(placing) → opposition
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
What is the synonym of the word antithesis as used in the context: The cheerful girl was the antithesis of her gloomy brother?
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A
equivalent
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B
opposite
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C
addition
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D
copy
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B — opposite.
“antithesis” means n. opposite; contrast; contradiction
Common questions about “antithesis”
What does “antithesis” mean?
antithesis — n. opposite; contrast; contradiction. In Chinese: 对立面；对立.
How do you pronounce “antithesis”?
antithesis is pronounced /ænˈtɪθəsɪs/. It breaks into 4 syllables: an · tith · e · sis.
Is “antithesis” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. antithesis appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “antithesis”?
anti-(opposite) + thesis(placing) → opposition
