Definitions and Examples of rear, back, posterior
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The back part of something, especially a vehicle.
Example
The car's rear was damaged in the accident.
The part of the body opposite to the front; the rear surface of something.
Example
She hurt her back while lifting a heavy box.
Situated at or toward the hind part of the body or the back of an object.
Example
The doctor examined the patient's posterior to check for any abnormalities.
Key Differences: rear vs back vs posterior
- 1Rear refers specifically to the back part of a vehicle or object.
- 2Back is a more general term that can refer to the rear surface of anything, including the human body.
- 3Posterior is a medical term that describes the back part of the human body.
Effective Usage of rear, back, posterior
- 1Navigation: Use these antonyms to give or follow directions.
- 2Anatomy: Incorporate these antonyms when discussing the human body.
- 3Design: Utilize these antonyms when describing the layout or structure of objects.
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Remember this!
The antonyms rear, back, and posterior describe the opposite direction or position of an object or person. Use these words when giving or following directions, discussing anatomy, or describing the layout or structure of objects.
