Antithesis word meaning and definition

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Meaning and definition for "antithesis" word

[noun] the juxtaposition of contrasting words or ideas to give a feeling of balance
[noun] exact opposite; "his theory is the antithesis of mine"

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\An*tith"e*sis\, n.; pl. {Antitheses}. [L., fr. Gr. ?, fr. ? to set against, to oppose; ? against + ? to set. See {Thesis}.] 1. (Rhet.) An opposition or contrast of words or sentiments occurring in the same sentence; as, ``The prodigal robs his heir; the miser robs himself.'' ``He had covertly shot at Cromwell; he how openly aimed at the Queen.'' 2. The second of two clauses forming an antithesis. 3. Opposition; contrast.

See also: oppositeness | opposition | rhetorical device |

Related terms: anteposition, conflict, confrontation, contradistinction, contraposition, contrary, countercheck, counterpoise, counterpole, cross-purposes, disagreement, foil, inconsistency, inimicalness, obverse, opposite, oppugnancy, perversity, polarity, polarization, posing against, reverse

The fun area, different aproach to word »antithesis«

Let's analyse "antithesis" as pure text. This string has Ten letters in Four syllables and Four vowels. 40% of vowels is 1.4% more then average English word. Written in backwards: SISEHTITNA. Average typing speed for these characters is 2815 milliseconds. [info]

Morse code: .- -. - .. - .... . ... .. ...

Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: antithesis: 1 + 9 + 5 + 9 = 24, reduced: 6 . and the final result is Six.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: antithesis: 1 + 5 + 2 + 9 + 2 + 8 + 5 + 1 + 9 + 1 = 43, reduced: 7, and the final result is Seven.

Tarot cards

Letter	Num.	Tarot c.	Meaning
A (1)	1	Magician	Creative, Inventive, Intuitive
E (1)	5	Hierophant	Wise, Crafty, Daring, Inventive
H (1)	8	Strength	Couragous, Faithful, Caring
I (2)	9	Hermit	Independent, Researcher, Intell,igent
N (1)	14	Temperance	Healer, Wise, Survivor, Crafty
S (2)	19	Sun	Colorful, Bright, Perceptive
T (2)	20	Judgement	Unswerving, Steadfast, Demanding, Forceful

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