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Antipodean (Adjective)

Meaning

Relating to the antipodes or situated at opposite sides of the earth; "antipodean latitudes"; "antipodal regions of the earth"; "antipodal points on a sphere".

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Examples

  • Australia and the UK are antipodean nations, with one experiencing summer while the other experiences winter.
  • The concept of antipodean regions of the earth was first explored by ancient Greek philosophers who sought to understand the geometry of the globe.
  • Traveling to antipodal points on the earth can provide a unique perspective on our planet's similarities and differences.
  • Climatologists often compare the antipodean latitudes of the northern and southern hemispheres to better understand global temperature patterns.
  • Studying antipodean cultures has become a popular area of research in sociology, with a particular focus on opposite cultural practices and traditions.

Synonyms

  • Antipodal

Related Words

  • Antipode (noun)
  • Antipodes (noun)
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