Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Lexicon: opposite – opulence
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opposite (-s), n. [see opposite, adj.] (webplay: attempt, counterbalance, front).
- Antithesis; that which is opposed or contrary.
- Other side; opposing side, especially in battle.
opposite, prep. [see opposite, adj.] (webplay: heart).
Across (from); on the other side (of).
oppositely, adv. [opposite, adj. + -ly.]
In the wrong way; in a way contrary to what is required.
oppress, n. [see oppress, v.]
Weight; burden.
oppress (-ed, -es), v. [OFr < L. oppriměre, to press against, press or bear down, crash.]
Weigh heavily; press down, burden.
opprobrium, n. [L. opprobrium, disgrace, infamy, reproach.]
Reproach; disgrace.
option, n. [Fr. < L. 'choosing, choice'.]
- Will; volition; personal preference; inherent power to decide.
- Choosing; act of deciding between alternatives
optional, adj. [see option, n.]
Elective; depending on preference; a matter of choice; left to one's wishes.
optizan, n. [etymology unknown; definition not attested.]
Optician; optometrist; eye doctor; person skilled in optical science; [polysemy] optical instrument; magnifying glass; [word play] judge; magistrate; [fig.] seer; visionary; scientist; wise man; person of discernment.
opulence, n. [L. opulens, rich, wealthy, splendid; op-em, power, might, resources, wealth.]
Bounty; luxury; extravagance; lavishness; richness.