Diametrically

/ˌdaɪ.əˈmɛ.trɪ.kəl.i/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a direct and complete manner; completely or absolutely opposite.

The two proposals are diametrically opposed to each other.

At opposite ends or points of a diameter.

The two cities are located diametrically across the country from one another.

In a way that represents extreme differences.

Their opinions on the matter are diametrically different.

From the Latin 'diametricus', from 'diameter' and '-al' + '-ly'.

diametrically opposed

completely opposite in character or purpose.

diametrical difference

a difference that is fundamentally contrary.

diameter

a straight line passing from side to side through the center of a figure, especially a circle.

diametric

pertaining to the diameter or diametrically opposed.