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Definitions from the WebAntigramA term used in linguistics to describe a pair of words or phrases that have opposite meanings and are anagrams of each other. Senses:Sense 1: LinguisticsIn linguistics, an antigram refers to a pair of words or phrases that, when spelled out, result in an anagram with opposite meanings. These pairs are often used to demonstrate the power of rearranging letters to create contrasting concepts. Example:The antigram "evil" and "live" demonstrate a classic case, where the same letters create words with opposite meanings. Sense 2: Popular UsageIn popular usage, an antigram can simply refer to any pair of words that are anagrams of each other, regardless of meaning. This usage is common among puzzle enthusiasts and wordplay lovers. Example:Words like "listen" and "silent" are often considered antigrams due to their anagrammatic nature, without taking into account their meanings. Sense 3: LocalIn some local contexts, especially within online communities dedicated to word games and puzzles, the term "antigram" might be used to indicate a specific kind of wordplay where original phrases or sentences are anagrammed into antigrammatic pairs. Example:A local antigram sentence could be "A flea! Silent but so vile!" which anagrams into "Evil! List a foul beastie." Related Products: | ||||
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