oppose
/əˈpəʊz//əˈpoʊz/
🔵 Intermediate
Word Statistics
Difficulty LevelIntermediate
Standard vocabulary
Word FrequencyVery Common
Used frequently in everyday conversation
Syllables2
Moderate complexity
Analysis:
- • Common vocabulary word
- • Simple pronunciation
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.
Synonyms
≠ Antonyms
Source: en.wiktionary.org
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