antonym
The word “antonym” has 3 syllables: an-to-nym
It's pronounced as /ˈæntəˌnɪm/
What is synonym and antonym for antonym?
In the thesaurus, “antonym” has 13 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for antonym along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for antonym
- antipode
- antithesis
- contrary
- converse
- counter
- counterpoint
- inverse
- mirror image
- negation
- negative
- obverse
- opposite
- reverse
Antonyms for antonym
- analogue
- carbon copy
- copy
- counterpart
- duplicate
- replica
- synonym
Meanings of antonym
- noun
- A word which has the opposite meaning of another word.
Example Sentences
- Hot is an antonym of cold.
- The teacher asked the students to find an antonym for the word happy.
- Each vocabulary list included a synonym and an antonym.
- Understanding an antonym can help clarify a word’s meaning.
- Fast and slow form an antonym pair.
On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to antonym, such as: analogue, antipode, antithesis, carbon copy, contrary, converse, copy.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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