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antipodal

[ænˈtɪpədəl]

antipodal Definition

relating to or situated on the opposite side of the earth.

Using antipodal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "antipodal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Australia is antipodal to the United Kingdom.

  • Example

    The antipodal point of New York City is in the Indian Ocean.

  • Example

    The antipodal meridian of Greenwich is in the Pacific Ocean.

antipodal Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with antipodal

  • two points that are diametrically opposite each other on the surface of a sphere

    Example

    The antipodal points of the Earth are connected by a straight line passing through the center of the Earth.

  • antipodal cities

    two cities that are located on opposite sides of the Earth

    Example

    Buenos Aires and Shanghai are antipodal cities.

  • plants and animals that are found on opposite sides of the Earth

    Example

    The kangaroo is an example of antipodal fauna.

Origins of antipodal

from Greek 'anti-' meaning 'opposite' and 'pous' meaning 'foot'

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Summary: antipodal in Brief

'Antipodal' [ænˈtɪpədəl] refers to something that is situated on the opposite side of the earth. It is used to describe locations, points, and meridians that are diametrically opposite each other on the surface of a sphere. Examples include 'Australia is antipodal to the United Kingdom' and 'The antipodal point of New York City is in the Indian Ocean.' 'Antipodal' can also be used to describe flora and fauna that are found on opposite sides of the Earth.