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diametrically

/ˌdaɪ.əˈmet.rɪ.kəl.i/

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adverb

C1formalcommon/ˌdaɪ.əˈmet.rɪ.kəl.i/

An adverb meaning "completely" or "entirely," typically used to emphasize opposition or difference. It is most commonly found in the phrase "diametrically opposed," indicating two things are at opposite extremes.

  • 🇷🇺Наречие, означающее «полностью» или «совершенно», обычно используемое для подчеркивания противоположности или различия. Чаще всего встречается во фразе «диаметрально противоположный», указывающей на то, что две вещи находятся на противоположных крайностях.
  1. Completely opposite C1 formal

    In a way that is completely opposite or at opposite extremes.

    • Their views on the issue are diametrically opposed.
    • The two political parties hold diametrically different ideologies.
    • His approach to solving the problem is diametrically opposite to hers.

    🇷🇺Диаметрально

    Synonyms: absolutelycompletelyentirelyexactlyfullypreciselytotallyutterlywholly

  • more diametrically comparative form
  • most diametrically superlative form