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.
The two opinions are mutually contradictory.
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.
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.
He held conflicting emotions.
対立 refers to a conflict or clash between opposing sides, whereas 相反 focuses on the abstract relationship of two things being mutually contradictory.
In genetics, 相引 (coupling) is the opposite phase of linked genes from 相反 (repulsion).
相違 simply means a difference or discrepancy, while 相反 specifically means two things are mutually opposed or contradictory, not just different.
reciprocal; mutual
reciprocal
conflict of interest
reciprocity theorem
reciprocity failure
Compound of 相 (mutual) and 反 (oppose). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the meaning follows directly from the kanji components.