Question

The opposite buy / sell is an example for

• A. Gradable antonym
• B. Non gradable antonym
• C. Converse antonym
• D. Complimentary antonym

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Converse antonym

The words "buy" and "sell" are converse antonyms.

What are Converse Antonyms?

• Converse antonyms describe a reciprocal relationship between two actions or roles.

• When one buys, the other sells — the relationship implies each other.

• You cannot buy something unless someone sells it to you.

More examples of converse antonyms:

• Give / Receive

• Lend / Borrow

• Employer / Employee

• Parent / Child