What is the opposite of “layer”?

What is the antonym of “layer”?

The antonyms of layer are core and center. The antonyms core and center refer to the central part of something, while layer refers to a sheet or film that covers or overlaps another.

Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)

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

core

The central or most important part of something.

Example

The core of the apple contains the seeds.

center

The point that is equally distant from all sides or boundaries; the middle.

Example

The center of the room was occupied by a large table.

How are these antonyms different from each other?

• 1. Layer refers to a sheet or film that covers or overlaps another.
• 2. Core refers to the central or most important part of something.
• 3. Center refers to the point that is equally distant from all sides or boundaries.

Good things to know

• 1. Science: Use layer to describe geological formations or the structure of cells.
• 2. Cooking: Use layer to describe the process of stacking ingredients in a dish.
• 3. Architecture: Use core and center to describe the central support structure of a building.

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Remember this!

The antonyms have distinct meanings: Layer refers to a sheet or film that covers or overlaps another, core refers to the central or most important part of something, and center refers to the point that is equally distant from all sides or boundaries. Use these words in different contexts such as science, cooking, and architecture to convey precise meanings.