oppose

/əˈpəʊz//əˈpoʊz/
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Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

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verb

1. To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.

"There is still time to oppose this plan."

Synonyms: buck, confront, hinder, obstruct, resist, withstand

2. To object to.

"Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans."

Synonyms: argue, contest, repugn, speak out, take issue with

3. To present or set up in opposition; to pose.

"They are opposed to any form of hierarchy."

4. To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.

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