opposite
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British pronunciation
/ˈɒpəsˌɪt/
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Definition & Meaning of "opposite"in English

opposite
01

located across from a particular thing, typically separated by an intervening space

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The library is on the opposite side of the street.
1.1

(of leaves or shoots) arising in directly opposed pairs, one on each side of a stem or branch

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This shrub features opposite leaves with a glossy surface.
1.2

positioned in matching pairs on an axis, with each member directly across from the other at a distance of half the circumference

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The opposite seats on the Ferris wheel rocked gently in the wind.
02

completely different or contrasting in nature, form, or quality

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Their political views are opposite in every way.
2.1

belonging to the other of two contrasting parts or positions along a range or spectrum

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They grew up at opposite ends of the city.
2.2

completely contrary or reverse in relation to something specified

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He gave me opposite instructions, which confused everyone.
03

being the other of a corresponding or complementary pair in position, function, or nature

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The opposite pieces fit together like a puzzle.
04

(in baseball) relating to the side of the field corresponding to a batter's opposite hitting side

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He lined the ball to the opposite field.
opposite
01

in a direction that is across from or facing something else

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They sat opposite during the meeting, each facing the other.
Opposite
01

a person or thing that is completely different or in direct contrast to another

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My brother and I are complete opposites in every way.
1.1

a person or team that is competing against you in a contest or match

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He studied his opposite carefully before the big match.
02

a word that has a meaning directly contrary to that of another word

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In English, " hot " and " cold " are opposites.
03

(mathematics) a number that, when added to a given number, results in zero

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The opposite of 7 is −7.
opposite
01

on the opposing side of a particular area from someone or something, often facing them

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The two chairs were placed opposite each other in the room.
1.1

in a role or position that complements another, often used in the context of acting

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The young actress played opposite a seasoned actor in the film.
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