diametrically

In polar opposition

Diametrically means in direct and total opposition.

The word comes from diameter—the line passing through the center of a circle to opposite points—so diametrically suggests positions as far apart as possible.

Almost always paired with opposed or opposite: Their views on the matter are diametrically opposed.

The candidates' platforms were diametrically opposite on every major issue.

emphasis

completely

To the fullest extent

utterly · wholly · fundamentally · radically · starkly · profoundly · categorically · unequivocally · thoroughly · decidedly

opposition

opposed

Against something stated

antithetical · inverse · counter · antagonistic · conflicting · incompatible · irreconcilable · contrasting · divergent · polarized

geometry

opposite

Reverse or contrary thing

end-to-end · axis · radial · symmetrical · equidistant · midpoint · transverse · linear · spanning · cross-section

Opposites
degree of opposition/contrast

diametricallypartially

To an incomplete extent

somewhat · similarly · identically · slightly · marginally

manner of similarity

diametricallyparallel

Equidistant at all points

congruently · harmoniously · in concert · in accord · in tandem

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