For "a section of a book":
* Whole: This implies the entirety of the book rather than a single part.
* Part: This is the opposite in a general sense, but it's less specific than "chapter."
For "a period of time in someone's life":
* Moment: This refers to a very brief period of time.
* Phase: This implies a more extended period of time, but it's less specific than "chapter."
For "a branch of an organization":
* Whole organization: This implies the entire organization rather than a specific part.
* Department: This is a more specific synonym for "branch," but it doesn't have a clear antonym.
The best antonym for "chapter" will depend on the specific context in which it is used.