opposition
op·po·si·tion
noun \ˌä-pə-ˈzi-shən\Definition of OPPOSITION
1
: a configuration in which one celestial body is opposite another (as the sun) in the sky or in which the elongation is near or equal to 180 degrees
2
: the relation between two propositions having the same subject and predicate but differing in quantity or quality or both
3
: an act of setting opposite or over against : the condition of being so set
4
: hostile or contrary action or condition
5
— op·po·si·tion·al \-ˈzish-nəl, -ˈzi-shə-nəl\ adjective
See Examples of OPPOSITION
- They're going ahead with the plans despite strong opposition from residents.
- The nominee faces strong opposition in the Senate.
- The proposed change has met with opposition from the town's business leaders.
- Rebels have so far offered little opposition to advancing troops.
- Each candidate is focused on raising more money than the opposition.
- The coach advised her team not to underestimate the opposition.
- The leader of the Opposition criticized the prime minister for his comments.
First Known Use of OPPOSITION
14th century
Related to OPPOSITION
Synonyms: defiance, resistance
Antonyms: acquiescence
Related Words: demur, objection, protest, remonstrance; compunction, misgiving, reservation; disobedience, noncompliance, recalcitrance
Rhymes with OPPOSITION
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