Contronym

A Contronym is a word that carries meanings that can be used in contradictory ways.

Examples

• "Off" - Turn the light off, or, the alarm started going off.
• "Dust" - Take particles off of a ceiling fan, or, put particles on crops.
• "Progress" - to move forward away from tyranny, or, to move backward toward tyranny.

See also

• Synonym
• Antonym