opposition

[ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən]

opposition Definition

  • 1the act of disagreeing with or resisting something, or someone who does this
  • 2a political party that is not in power

Using opposition: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "opposition" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The opposition to the new law was fierce.

  • Example

    The government faced strong opposition from the public.

  • Example

    The opposition party criticized the ruling party's policies.

  • Example

    She has been a vocal opposition to the proposed changes.

opposition Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for opposition

Idioms Using opposition

  • to encounter resistance or disagreement

    Example

    The proposal met with opposition from several members of the committee.

  • in conflict or disagreement with

    Example

    Her views are in opposition to mine.

  • the political party or parties that are not in power

    Example

    The opposition accused the ruling party of corruption.

Phrases with opposition

  • in conflict or disagreement with

    Example

    Her views are in opposition to mine.

  • the leader of the political party that is not in power

    Example

    The leader of the opposition criticized the government's handling of the crisis.

  • to resist or oppose something

    Example

    The workers put up strong opposition to the proposed pay cut.

Origins of opposition

from Latin 'oppositio', meaning 'placing against'

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Summary: opposition in Brief

The term 'opposition' [ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən] refers to the act of disagreeing with or resisting something, or someone who does this. It can also refer to a political party that is not in power. Examples include 'The opposition to the new law was fierce.' and 'The opposition party criticized the ruling party's policies.' Phrases like 'in opposition to' and idioms like 'meet with opposition' denote conflict or disagreement.

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