What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “either”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “either”

The antonyms of either are both and neither. The antonym both refers to two things together, while neither refers to none of the two things mentioned.

Explore all Antonyms of “either”

• both
• neither

Definitions and Examples of both, neither

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

both

Referring to two things together.

Example

Both of them are going to the party tonight.

neither

Not one nor the other of two things.

Example

Neither of us has seen that movie before.

Key Differences: both vs neither

• 1. Both refers to two things together, while neither refers to none of the two things mentioned.
• 2. Both is used in affirmative sentences, while neither is used in negative sentences.

Effective Usage of both, neither

• 1. Clarify Choices: Use either to present two options and both or neither to clarify the choices.
• 2. Express Agreement: Use both to express agreement with two statements.
• 3. Express Disagreement: Use neither to express disagreement with two statements.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of either are both and neither. Use both to refer to two things together and neither to refer to none of the two things mentioned. Use these words to clarify choices, express agreement or disagreement with two statements.