Paternal, all opposites

Antonym Dictionary
(Dictionary of opposites)

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Opposite and antonym definition

An antonym is a word with the opposite meaning of another word. Antonyms are words which mean the opposite of other words.

Using opposites

Opposites and Synonyms are used to:

Define a word. That's why they can be found in dictionary descriptions.
Avoid repetition in a piece of writing
Enrich your writing.

Examples of opposites

The word cautious can be considered to be the opposite of the world audacious. Confirm and deny are words with opposite meanings. Misandry can be seen as an antonym of misogyny. The opposite of the word liberty is captivity. Modest and conceited are words that are antonyms. Delayed and precocious are two of the opposites that can be found in this online dictionary of opposites.

Using Antonym Dictionary

The dictionary of opposites (antonym dictionary) enables users to find the most suitable terms for the particular context, rather than just those that first spring to mind. Antonym dictionary is an alternative to the dictionary of synonyms. Searching for the opposite of a word also makes it possible to find terms that are better suited to describe a characteristic, purpose, or function of the thing, person, or action in question. Finally, the dictionary of opposites helps writers to avoid repeating words within the same piece of text, thereby improving their writing style.

Opposites of paternalAntonyms for paternal

Opposites of paternal
Antonyms for paternal