Contrarios (en. Opposites)

/konˈtɾaɾios/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Things, ideas, or people that oppose each other.
Love and hate are opposite feelings.
El amor y el odio son sentimientos contrarios.
Positions or opinions that contradict each other.
The opposites in a debate can reach a consensus.
Los contrarios en un debate pueden llegar a un consenso.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'contrarius', which means 'opposite'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be opposites
To be in disagreement or opposition.
ser contrarios

Related Words

opposition
A situation in which two or more elements are in disagreement.
oposición
antonym
A word that has an opposite meaning to another.
antónimo

Slang Meanings

Opposed
They are opposites in their way of thinking, they are always opposed.
Ellos son contrarios en su forma de pensar, siempre están enfrentados.
Rivals
In sports, the opponents always seek to surpass the rival.
En el deporte, los contrarios siempre buscan superar al rival.