Opposite

Meaning

Contrary; completely different; facing each other; reverse;

Completely different; on the other side or facing something.

Example Sentences

They have opposite views on politics but remain good friends.

The two houses are on opposite sides of the street.

Example Expressions

polar opposite

Synonyms

contrary, reverse, opposing, conflicting, different, contrasting, antithetical

Entry 1

contrary, reverse, opposing, conflicting, different

Entry 2

contrary, reverse, contrasting, antithetical

Antonyms

same, similar, identical, corresponding

Entry 1

same, similar, identical, corresponding

Entry 2

similar, same, identical

Collocations

opposite direction, opposite opinion, opposite effect, opposite side, exact opposite, complete opposite

Entry 1

opposite direction, opposite opinion, opposite effect

Entry 2

opposite direction, opposite side, exact opposite, complete opposite