Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌæn.tɪˈθɛt.ɪ.kli/
KK: /ˌæntɪˈθɛtɪkli/
Definition
In a way that shows contrast or opposition between two ideas or things.
Example
The two characters in the story act antithetically, highlighting their differences.
Conversation

I find it interesting how some people think antithetically about the same topic.

Yeah, it's fascinating how different perspectives can clash.

Right? It makes debates more engaging when opinions are so antithetically.

Absolutely! It really sparks deeper conversations.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
contrarily
oppositely
inversely
Antonyms
similarly
accordantly
congruently
Root Explanation
Antithetically → It is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "thetical" (from Greek "tithenai", meaning to place or set). The word describes something that is set against or in opposition to something else.
Memory Tip
Think of 'against' ('anti-') and 'placing' ('thetical') to remember that antithetically means in opposition or contrast.
Visually Confused Words
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anesthetically
pathetically
athletically
thetically
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pantheistically
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