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(ad-ver-sa-tive) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. relating to opposition or contrast between ideas.

Example Sentence

The adversative conjunction in the sentence created a clear contrast between the two ideas.

More Example Sentences

She made an adversative point during the debate.

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