INVERSES Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

inverses

noun

plural of inverse

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formal + technical something that is formed by inverting something else the inverse of your argument

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opposites

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Spike Fearn and Angourie Rice delight as academic opposites in this quick-witted, big-hearted and genuinely youthful-feeling British charmer.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret were sartorial opposites, adding a pop of color to their parents’ ensembles with a salmon pink gown and a teal blue gown, respectively.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026

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