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Which is the word which has opposite meanings?

The word you're looking for is "contranym" or "auto-antonym."

A contranym (or auto-antonym) is a word that has two opposite meanings.

Here are a few examples:

* "Sanction" can mean to allow or to punish.

* "Cleave" can mean to stick together or to split apart.

* "Fast" can mean to move quickly or to be stuck in place.

Let me know if you'd like to explore more contranyms!

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