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Antipodes

Description:

The term "antipodes" refers to two points that are diametrically opposite each other on the Earth's surface. It is also used to describe countries or regions that are directly opposite or entirely different from each other.

Part of Speech:

Noun: The antipodal point of a specific location.

Noun: A place or region on the opposite side of the world.

Noun: People or things that are completely opposite or conflicting.

Senses/Usages:

Sense 1: In geography, the antipodes of a specific location refer to the point on the Earth's surface that is diametrically opposite to it.

Sense 2: The term is used figuratively to describe countries or regions that are directly opposite or entirely different in culture, climate, or characteristics.

Sense 3: Antipodes can also refer to people or things that are completely opposite or conflicting in nature.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. London and Wellington are considered antipodes as they are on opposite sides of the globe.
2. The antipodes of Australia is the Atlantic Ocean.
3. According to the flat-Earth theory, the antipodes must be an uninhabited landmass.

Noun:

1. The culture in Japan and Brazil are absolute antipodes to each other.
2. Living in a bustling city and a peaceful countryside are antipodes in terms of lifestyle.
3. The two political parties have drastically opposing views, making them antipodes in the political spectrum.

Noun:

1. Although they were friends, their personalities were antipodes, constantly causing conflicts between them.
2. Her love for adventure and his preference for staying at home were antipodes, making it hard to plan vacations together.
3. The antagonist's worldview and the protagonist's beliefs were antipodes, leading to a clash of ideologies.

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