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However, in some cases it is expressed by a word from a different root (e.g. better is the comparative of good, and worse is the comparative of bad). Compare positive , superlative . Example in the OED :
There are 17 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun direction, five of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
Nov 20, 2016 · 'Bad' is used to mean 'good' when you find some things considered 'bad' or slightly outside-the-norm (or extreme, in the case of 'bad' referring to someone who pulls risky stunts in a sport, like skateboarding) admirable.
Jan 9, 2016 · Related to Rathony's answer—semantic change, the linguistic term amelioration specifically refers to words whose meaning is elevated, improved, or made positive. Examples of such words, used especially in slang, are: geek (see ‘Word Story’ notes) nerd; wicked (the) dog's bollocks; sick; bad, badass; dope
Dec 30, 2015 · A: In slang usage, the adjective “bad” means “good,” as we mentioned in a post we wrote some time ago about the influence of African-American slang on English. The surprising thing about this use of “bad”—apart from the reversed meaning—is that it’s not recent.
Jun 2, 2016 · I thought you wanted a singular noun denoting a pair in a specific relationship. For example, the word "couple" (as in "they're a couple") denotes two people in a certain relationship. A plural noun denoting the same two people would be "partners." Which do you want, singular denoting the coin itself, or plural, denoting its two sides?
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Synonyms for DIRECTION: instruction, order, edict, directive, do, injunction, command, commandment; Antonyms of DIRECTION: appeal, petition, plea, proposal, recommendation, suggestion, entreaty, urging
