Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Gradable Opposition.
Gradable Opposition - as a noun
An opposition that is capable of being graded
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
oppositeness16opposition14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"In linguistics, gradable opposition refers to a pair of terms that express relative degrees of a quality."
"Hot and cold are a classic example of a gradable opposition."
"In English, adjectives can often be used in gradable opposition, such as tall and short."
"The concept of gradable opposition is important in understanding how certain words function in language."
"Big and small form a gradable opposition, as big can be further quantified as bigger or biggest."
