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diametric

dia·met·ric

UK/daɪəˈmɛtɹɪk/ uncommon

adjective

1.

related to or along a diameter

  • “the diametral plane”
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2.

characterized by opposite extremes; completely opposed

  • “in diametric contradiction to his claims”
  • “diametrical (or opposite) points of view”
  • “opposite meanings”
  • “extreme and indefensible polar positions”
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Origin

1802, probably shortened from diametrical (1550s).

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