GRE Word List

ANTITHESIS

the direct opposite

The meaning of the word antithesis is the direct opposite.

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WordMeaning
doffto remove (an article of wear) from the body
blueof the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
resourcefulable to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means
convivialrelating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company
irreconcilableimpossible to reconcile
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
perspicuityplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation