Found 2 items, similar to Antitheses.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: antitheses antitheses See antithesis antithesis n 1: exact opposite; “his theory is the antithesis of mine” 2: the juxtaposition of contrasting words or ideas to give a feeling of balance [also: antitheses (pl)]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Antitheses Antithesis \An*tith"e*sis\, n.; pl. Antitheses. [L., fr. Gr. ?, fr. ? to set against, to oppose; ? against + ? to set. See Thesis.] 1. (Rhet.) An opposition or contrast of words or sentiments occurring in the same sentence; as, “The prodigal robs his heir; the miser robs himself.” “He had covertly shot at Cromwell; he how openly aimed at the Queen.” [1913 Webster] 2. The second of two clauses forming an antithesis. [1913 Webster] 3. Opposition; contrast. [1913 Webster]