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Meaning of diametric
The primary meaning of "diametric" is related to being directly opposite or completely contradictory.
Etymology of diametric
The word "diametric" has its roots in the Greek words "dia" meaning "across" or "through" and "metron" meaning "measure", with the Latin "diametrum" being an intermediary form.
Historically, the term has evolved to encompass not just geometric measurements but also philosophical and conceptual oppositions.
Synonyms
contradictory
opposing
opposite
conflicting
contrasting
inconsistent
incompatible
divergent
disparate
discordant
antagonistic
antithetical
paradoxical
ironic
contradictory
polar
reversed
converse
inverse
reverse
opposed
hostile
adverse
averse
repugnant
irreconcilable
mutually exclusive
inverse
opposing
diametrical
anti
counter
converse
inverse
opposite
reverse
Definitions
- Diametric refers to something that is directly opposite or completely contradictory, often in a way that is fundamentally or essentially so.
- * It can also describe something that is related to or measured by diameter, although this sense is less common in modern usage.
Usage Examples
- The two politicians held diametric views on the economy, making a consensus impossible.
- * The diametric opposition between light and darkness is a common theme in literature.
Antonyms
similar
identical
alike
comparable
equivalent
matching
corresponding
harmonious
consistent
compatible
congruent
analogous
proximal
approximate
adjacent
contiguous
proximate
neighboring
nearby
close
akin
related