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- DictionaryOp·pose/əˈpōz/
verb
- 1. disapprove of and attempt to prevent, especially by argument: "those of you who oppose capital punishment"
The meaning of OPPOSE is to place over against something so as to provide resistance, counterbalance, or contrast. How to use oppose in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Oppose.
to disagree with something or someone, and speak or take action against them: Most local residents opposed the building of the shopping mall. The proposed tax rise has been vigorously opposed by business leaders.
to be hostile or adverse to, as in opinion: to oppose a resolution in a debate. to set as an obstacle or hindrance. to set against in some relation, especially as to demonstrate a comparison or contrast: to oppose advantages to disadvantages. to use or take as being opposite or contrary.
To oppose something is to go against it or fight hard to stop it. A senator might oppose a bill, or a teen might oppose authority.
Definition of oppose verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
If you oppose someone or their plans or ideas, you disagree with what they want to do and try to prevent them from doing it.
Definition of oppose verb in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
to disagree with a plan or activity and to try to change or stop it: The committee opposed a proposal to allow women to join the club. Fewer examples. We oppose capital punishment in any circumstances. Most people want tougher environmental legislation but large corporations continue to oppose it.
1. To be or act in contention or conflict with: opposed their crosstown rivals in the season finale. 2. To be hostile or resistant to; try to prevent: opposes the building of a new police station. 3. a. To set as an opposite in position: opposed the painting with a mirror across the room. b.
to be hostile or adverse to, as in opinion: to oppose a resolution in a debate. to set as an obstacle or hindrance. to set against in some relation, esp. as to demonstrate a comparison or contrast: to oppose advantages to disadvantages. to use or take as being opposite or contrary.
