GRE Word List

ANTITHESIS

the direct opposite

The meaning of the word antithesis is the direct opposite.

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WordMeaning
lanknot well filled out : slender
convergeto tend or move toward one point or one another : come together : meet
prateto talk long and idly : chatter
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
fiatan authoritative or arbitrary order : decree
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party