Antipodal Meaning in Context from 601 Words

Antipodal meaning and synonyms in context with illustrations from the book, 601 Words You Need to Know to Pass Your Exam. English your scientific vocabulary in context with the word, antipodal.

/anˈtɪpəd(ə)l/ (adj & noun)

Antipodal meaning

(in geology) located on the opposite side of the earth, antipodean, counter, contrary, reverse, inverse

Example

What is an antipode?

An antipode, or antipodal point, is the point on the planet that is located diametrically opposite to a specific geographic location, and therefore, is the farthest point in the world from that location. The antipode of any place can be identified by drawing an imaginary straight line that passes through the center of the planet and reaches the other side of the world.

Since most of the planet is covered by water (71%), the antipodal point to most cities is located in the ocean. However, there are many cities around the world that are antipodes of each other.

Source of example: https://www.geodatos.net/

Antonyms

same

Parts of speech

Noun: antipode

Noun: antipodean

Adjective: antipodean

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