Antonym
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæn.təˌnɪm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Antonym is a noun meaning (semantics) A word which has the opposite meaning of another word.
Meaning
(semantics) A word which has the opposite meaning of another word.
Example Sentences
“Rich” is an antonym of “poor”; “full” is an antonym of “empty”.
Word Forms
- antonyms
Synonyms for antonym
Depending on context, synonyms include opposite.
Antonyms for antonym
Common opposites include synonym.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include opposite, synonym, autoantonym, antithesis, contronym, counter.
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