Definitions and Examples of oppose, resist, thwart
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To actively resist or refuse to comply with something.
Example
The workers decided to oppose the new company policy by going on strike.
resist
To withstand or fight against something, often in an effort to prevent it from happening.
Example
She tried to resist the temptation to eat the entire cake, but eventually gave in.
To prevent someone from achieving their goal or plan.
Example
The police were able to thwart the bank robbery by arriving on the scene quickly.
Key Differences: oppose vs resist vs thwart
- 1Oppose implies active resistance or refusal to comply with something.
- 2Resist suggests a struggle against something, often in an effort to prevent it from happening.
- 3Thwart refers to preventing someone from achieving their goal or plan.
Effective Usage of oppose, resist, thwart
- 1Express Disagreement: Use oppose to express disagreement with a policy, decision, or action.
- 2Show Determination: Use resist to show determination in the face of temptation or adversity.
- 3Describe Obstacles: Use thwart to describe obstacles that prevent someone from achieving their goals.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of connived are oppose, resist, and thwart. Use these words to express disagreement, show determination, and describe obstacles that prevent someone from achieving their goals.
