Vocab from Current Events: Antithetical
An apt word for the confusing rhetoric flying around in the news these days: antithetical. Have you heard any antithetical statements lately? Please share!
Author: Julia Tomiak
I believe in the power of words to improve our lives, and I help people find interesting words to read. Member of SCBWI.
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