antithesis

Definition

A proposition that is the diametric opposite of some other proposition.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin antithesis, itself a borrowing from Ancient Greek ἀντίθεσις (antíthesis). By surface analysis, anti- + thesis.

Example Sentences

• "Unless one final Schlafly paradox gets in the way. Before she died, the First Lady of the Conservative Movement endorsed Trump. That makes sense: Schlafly was a paleoconservative who was worried about immigration. But Trump has turned out to be the most unchivalrous candidate in living memory, the very antithesis of Schlafly’s ideal Christian standard."
• "On the night of the 2nd of March 2025, your actions were the antithesis of everything Paddington stands for."
• "Antithesis, opposing things to things, Oft from the contrast strength and beauty brings."