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Contranym

A contranym refers to a word that has two opposite meanings, depending on the context or usage.

Example sentences:

1. She trimmed the plants to enhance their growth, but ironically, they started withering.
2. The suspect found himself facing the judge, both as a victim and as an accused.
3. I left the room with the door wide open, inviting both the fresh air and the mosquitoes.

Senses and Usages:

In its various senses and usages, a contranym can be:

1. Noun: A word that can have two opposite meanings based on context.
2. Adjective: Describes a word with contradictory meanings.
3. Verb: A word that can be used to describe both an action and its opposite.

For more books and resources on contranyms, check out the following:

• Contranyms - A book exploring the vast world of contranyms.
• Contranym Dictionary - A comprehensive dictionary focusing on contranyms.
• Contranym Thesaurus - A collection of contranyms organized by categories and synonyms.