hyponymic

/hɪˌpɒnɪmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting a hyponym, especially a word that is a more specific term for something also denoted by a hypernym.

“The hyponymic relationships between words in the language are crucial for understanding the nuances of meaning.”

2. noun

a quality or characteristic of a hyponym.

“The hyponymic properties of the word ‘tree’ are essential for distinguishing it from the hypernym ‘plant’.”

Synonyms

  • hyponymical
  • subordinate

Antonyms

  • hypernymic
  • superordinate