antonymous
/ænˈtɒnɪməs/ · /ænˈtɑːnɪməs/
CEFR level C2Topic EducationWord #7266 in the learning path
反义的；词义相反的
Definitions
adj. Having opposite meanings, as two words do.
反义的；词义相反的
Example
Our teacher used pictures to explain several antonymous pairs.
老师用图片讲解了几组反义词。
Learning antonymous adjectives together can help language students distinguish contrasting meanings and expand their descriptive vocabulary.
将反义形容词放在一起学习，有助于语言学习者区分相反的含义，扩充描述性词汇。
Collocations
- antonymous pairs
- antonymous adjectives
- antonymous meanings
Word family
- antonym (n.)
- antonymy (n.)
Antonyms
- synonymous
Usage tip
语言学用词，日常更常说opposite in meaning。
FAQ
- What does antonymous mean?
- Having opposite meanings, as two words do.
- How is antonymous pronounced?
- UK /ænˈtɒnɪməs/, US /ænˈtɑːnɪməs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
