Off and On

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Off

Off adjective - Not being in a state of use, activity, or employment.
Usage example: the computer is off, so you'll have to turn it on in order to use it
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On is an antonym for off in topics: inferior, gone.
Nearby Word: offing

On

On adjective - In operation or operational.
Usage example: left the oven on
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Off is an antonym for on in ahead of topic.
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