Confluent and Effluent

Opposite meaning words

Confluent noun - A stream that flows into a larger body of water.

Usage example: several confluents slowly winding their way to the main river

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Effluent is an antonym for confluent.

Nearby Word: confluence

Effluent noun - Water mixed with waste matter.

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Confluent is an antonym for effluent.

Nearby Word: effluence

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