What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
resisted
Example
She resisted the temptation to eat the cake. [resisted: verb]
Example
The protesters resisted the police's attempts to disperse them. [resisted: past tense]
oppose
Example
I oppose the new tax law. [oppose: verb]
Example
The group opposed the construction of the new highway. [opposed: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Oppose is more commonly used than resisted in everyday language. Oppose is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while resisted is less common and more formal.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between resisted and oppose?
Resisted is typically associated with a more formal tone, while oppose is more versatile and can be employed in both formal and informal contexts.
