La antítesis
Example: La antítesis de sus ideas se refleja en el debate filosófico.
Definition
"La antítesis" is a philosophical term referring to the direct opposite or contrast of an idea, concept, or thesis. It represents a conflicting or opposing position that challenges or negates the original statement or belief, often used to highlight differences in philosophical debates.
Etymology
The term "la antítesis" comes from the Greek word 'antíthesis,' meaning 'opposition' or 'contrast.' It entered Spanish through Latin and has been widely used in philosophy to express the idea of opposition between concepts or arguments. Did you know? The word literally means 'setting against,' emphasizing its role in debates and dialectics.
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"La antítesis" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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