Antipodal — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /an-ˈti-pə-dᵊl/ an·tip·o·dal

Meaning & Definition of Antipodal

Antipodal (adjective)

  1. of or relating to the antipodes; specifically, situated at the opposite side of the earth or moon
  2. diametrically opposite
  3. entirely opposed

Antipodal (noun)

  1. any of three haploid cells in most angiosperms that are grouped at the end of the embryo sac farthest from the micropyle —called also antipodal cell

Antipodal (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being as different as possible

    "love is antipodal to hate"

    similar: antipodean, antithetical, contradictory, contrary, diametric, opposite, polar
    related: adverse, negative, unfavorable, antagonistic, antipathetic, counter, cross, hostile, converse, inverse, obverse, reverse, alien, disparate, dissimilar, divergent, unalike, unlike
    opposite: noncontradictory
    near: alike, analogous, like, similar, equivalent, identical, same, synonymous

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Antipodal

The most common words with a similar meaning to Antipodal:

antipodean, antithetical, contradictory, contrary, diametric, opposite, polar

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Antipodal

Words with the opposite meaning of Antipodal:

noncontradictory

Related Words for Antipodal

adverse, negative, unfavorable, antagonistic, antipathetic, counter, cross, hostile, converse, inverse, obverse, reverse, alien, disparate, dissimilar, divergent, unalike, unlike

Near Antonyms of Antipodal

alike, analogous, like, similar, equivalent, identical, same, synonymous

Origin & Etymology of Antipodal

First known use: 1646

Frequently Asked Questions about Antipodal

What does "Antipodal" mean?

"Antipodal" means of or relating to the antipodes; specifically, situated at the opposite side of the earth or moon. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: of or relating to the antipodes; specifically, situated at the opposite side of the earth or moon.

What is another word for "Antipodal"?

Other words for "Antipodal" include antipodean, antithetical, contradictory, contrary, diametric, opposite and polar. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Antipodal" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Antipodal"?

There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Antipodal". Common alternatives include antipodean, antithetical, contradictory, contrary, diametric, opposite and polar.

What is the opposite of "Antipodal"?

Antonyms of "Antipodal" include noncontradictory. Near antonyms include alike, analogous, like and similar.

How do you use "Antipodal" in a sentence?

Examples of "Antipodal" in a sentence: "love is antipodal to hate".

Is "Antipodal" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Antipodal" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Antipodal"?

"Antipodal" is pronounced /an-ˈti-pə-dᵊl/ and divided into syllables as an·tip·o·dal.

What is the origin of the word "Antipodal"?

First known use: 1646.