Opposite (semantics) - Auto-antonyms

Auto-antonyms

An auto-antonym is a word that can have opposite meanings in different contexts or under separate definitions:

  • enjoin (to prohibit, issue injunction; to order, command)
  • fast (moving quickly; fixed firmly in place)
  • cleave (to split; to adhere)
  • sanction (punishment, prohibition ; permission)
  • stay (remain in a specific place, postpone; guide direction, movement)

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