Definition

Relating to or situated at opposite ends of a diameter; completely opposite or contrary.

Example

The two teams had diametral views on how to approach the project.

Conversation

I heard you and Mark had a diametral disagreement about the project.

Yeah, we couldn't see eye to eye at all.

It's funny how two people can have such diametral views on the same topic.

Definitely! It just shows how different our perspectives can be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Diametral → It is formed from "dia-" (meaning through or across) and "metron" (meaning measure). The word "diametral" refers to something that relates to or is situated along a diameter, which is a measure across a circle.

Memory Tip

Think of something that goes 'across' ('dia-') a circle, which is measured by the 'diameter' — that's why diametral relates to the diameter.

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