Pronunciation

/əˈpəʊz/

Definitions

• Verb: To express disagreement with or resistance against something, often actively working to defeat or nullify it. Example: “He decided to oppose the new legislation.”

  • Phrasal Verbs:
    • Oppose to: To be against something; to resist or dispute its implementation. Example: “She strongly opposes to any changes that might harm the environment.”
    • Oppose doing something: To disagree with or resist a particular action. Example: “They opposed building the new shopping mall in the park.”

• Noun: The act of expressing or showing opposition; resistance or disagreement. Example: “There was widespread opposition to the proposal.”

Phrases

• Oppose each other: Two or more things being in conflict or competition with one another. Example: “Their ideas oppose each other on fundamental grounds.”
• Face/oppose an opponent: To compete against or confront someone in a contest, debate, or battle. Example: “In the election, he will oppose his long-time political rival.”
• Mount an opposition: To organize or lead a group effort against something. Example: “The community mounted a strong opposition to the development plans.”

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The senator publicly opposed the bill, citing concerns over its potential impact on civil liberties.”
• Noun: “His decision to support the motion was surprising given his previous statements about the opposition.”

Synonyms

• Object
• Resist
• Challenge
• Contest
• Dispute
• Counter
• Deny
• Disagree with
• Confront
• Argue against