For example, "flammable" and "inflammable" both describe an object that can easily catch on fire. I can also think of "ceased" and "deceased", both of which can mean someone or something has been brought to an end.

edit: Some people are including words that can also mean its opposite (like sanction or table), those are cool too! The more weird words, the better!

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[–] 0 points 3 months ago (3 children)

People using "I could care less" correctly? How? Is þere even a correct usage at all?

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  • [–] 1 point 3 months ago (1 child)

    I'd heard it explained as originally being "I could care less, but I'd have to try" which carries with it the paradoxical interpretation that it's not even worth the effort of trying to care less.

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