Definition of Opposite

something that is contrary to something else

Examples of Opposite in a sentence

When I realized that traveling north on the interstate was wrong, I quickly went in the opposite direction and headed south.  🔊

It was ironic that I expected my friend to help me in a time of need, but the opposite happened when my enemy showed compassion towards me.  🔊

Typically, people are attracted to other people who have opposite personalities than their own because they complement each other.  🔊

Due to her family history, Karen’s counselors advised her to run the opposite way when she is offered drugs or alcohol.  🔊

Kevin went from being a criminal in high school to the opposite by being a prison counselor.  🔊

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