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Antithesis Definition & Meaning

antithesis
noun
  1. exact opposite; "his theory is the antithesis of mine"
  2. the juxtaposition of contrasting words or ideas to give a feeling of balance

"Antithesis" in song lyrics

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  • "I don't work a thick antithesis"
    Prefuse 73 f/ Aesop Rock, MF Doom — Blacklist

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Frequently asked questions

What does antithesis mean?
exact opposite; "his theory is the antithesis of mine" the juxtaposition of contrasting words or ideas to give a feeling of balance
What part of speech is antithesis?
Antithesis is a noun.
How many definitions does antithesis have?
Antithesis has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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