The Opposite(Antonym) of “backing”
The antonyms of backing are opposition and hindrance. The antonyms opposition and hindrance convey a negative or obstructive meaning. They imply a lack of support, cooperation, or assistance.
Explore all Antonyms of “backing”
Definitions and Examples of opposition, hindrance
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Resistance or dissent expressed in disagreement or disapproval.
Example
The new policy faced strong opposition from the public and was eventually revoked.
Something that makes it difficult to do something or to make progress; an obstacle or impediment.
Example
The lack of funding proved to be a major hindrance to the project's success.
Key Differences: opposition vs hindrance
- 1Opposition refers to resistance or dissent expressed in disagreement or disapproval.
- 2Hindrance refers to something that makes it difficult to do something or to make progress.
Effective Usage of opposition, hindrance
- 1Politics: Use backing and opposition to describe political support or opposition for a candidate or policy.
- 2Business: Use backing and hindrance to describe financial or logistical support or obstacles for a project or venture.
- 3Daily Life: Use these antonyms to describe situations where someone is either helping or hindering you in achieving your goals.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct meanings: Opposition refers to resistance or dissent, while hindrance refers to obstacles or difficulties. Use these words to describe political support or opposition, financial or logistical support or obstacles, or daily life situations where someone is either helping or hindering you in achieving your goals.
