noun
mutual opposition; contradiction; contrariety
Describes two things that are mutually opposed or contradictory. Often used in formal or written contexts.
彼らの意見は相反している。
Their opinions are mutually opposed.
相反する二つの立場を調整するのは難しい。
It is difficult to reconcile two contradictory positions.
noun
Technical term in genetics for the repulsion phase of linked genes. See also 相引 (coupling).
See also: 相引
遺伝学では、相反は相引と対になる概念だ。
In genetics, repulsion is a concept paired with coupling.