nadir
1 antonym for nadir — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — The lowest point of something, especially a low point in someone's fortunes or a situation.
Antonyms
How to use nadir
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
reach its nadir
the nadir of
an all-time nadir
Etymology
From Medieval Latin nadir, from Arabic naẓīr as-samt, meaning "counterpart of the zenith."
Full origin of nadir →Frequently asked questions
What does “nadir” mean?
The word “nadir” means the lowest point of something, especially a low point in someone's fortunes or a situation. In plain terms, the absolute low point of something — the opposite of a peak.
How do you pronounce “nadir”?
“Nadir” is pronounced NAY-deer (/ˈneɪˌdɪɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “nadir” in a sentence?
Here is “nadir” used in a sentence: “The team's humiliating defeat marked the nadir of their season.”
What part of speech is “nadir”?
“Nadir” is a noun.
Where does the word “nadir” come from?
The word “nadir” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin nadir, from Arabic naẓīr as-samt, meaning "counterpart of the zenith.".
How many meanings does “nadir” have?
“Nadir” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the lowest point of something, especially a low point in someone's fortunes or a situation.
