an·ti·type ( n t -t p )n. 1. One that is foreshadowed by or identified with an earlier symbol or type, such as a figure in the New Testament who has a counterpart in the Old Testament. 2. An opposite or contrasting type. [Medieval Latin antitypus, from Late Greek antitupos, copy, antitype, from Greek, corresponding, representing : anti-, equal to, like; see anti- + tupos, print, impression.] an ti·typi·cal (-tp-k l) adj. |
antitype [ˈæntɪˌtaɪp]
n
1. (Christian Religious Writings / Bible) a person or thing that is foreshadowed or represented by a type or symbol, esp a character or event in the New Testament prefigured in the Old Testament
2. an opposite type
antitypic [ˌæntɪˈtɪpɪk], antitypical adj
antitypically adv
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | antitype - a person or thing represented or foreshadowed by a type or symbol; especially a figure in the Old Testament having a counterpart in the New Testament internal representation, mental representation, representation - a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image |
| 2. | antitype - an opposite or contrasting type kind, sort, form, variety - a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality; "sculpture is a form of art"; "what kinds of desserts are there?" type - a subdivision of a particular kind of thing; "what type of sculpture do you prefer?" |
How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|