GRE Word List

ANTITHESIS

the direct opposite

The meaning of the word antithesis is the direct opposite.

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secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
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commandeerto compel to perform military service
arablefit for or used for the growing of crops
hideto put out of sight : secrete
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously
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