para- (Meaning)
para- ()
A prefix signifying alongside of, beside, beyond, against, amiss; as parable, literally, a placing beside; paradox, that which is contrary to opinion; parachronism.
A prefix denoting: (a) Likeness, similarity, or connection, or that the substance resembles, but is distinct from, that to the name of which it is prefixed; as paraldehyde, paraconine, etc.; also, an isomeric modification. (b) Specifically: (Organ. Chem.) That two groups or radicals substituted in the benzene nucleus are opposite, or in the respective positions 1 and 4; 2 and 5; or 3 and 6, as paraxylene; paroxybenzoic acid. Cf. Ortho-, and Meta-. Also used adjectively.
Synonyms & Antonyms of para-
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para- Sentence Examples
- The para-medical team responded swiftly to the emergency call.
- The soldiers parachuted into the battle zone under heavy para-fire.
- The para-athlete trained tirelessly for the upcoming competition.
- The para-normal investigator sought to uncover the truth behind the haunted house.
- The para-doxical situation left the audience bewildered.
- The para-chord rope proved to be indispensable during the jungle trek.
- The para-solar sails of the spacecraft harnessed the power of the sun.
- The para-medic provided immediate first aid to the injured victim.
- The para-site attached itself to the host's body, feeding off its nutrients.
- The para-digm shift in scientific thinking revolutionized the field.
FAQs About the word para-
A prefix signifying alongside of, beside, beyond, against, amiss; as parable, literally, a placing beside; paradox, that which is contrary to opinion; parachron
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The para-medical team responded swiftly to the emergency call.
The soldiers parachuted into the battle zone under heavy para-fire.
The para-athlete trained tirelessly for the upcoming competition.
The para-normal investigator sought to uncover the truth behind the haunted house.
