Opposition - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- the act of hostile groups opposing each other (syn: confrontation)
- a body of people united in opposing something
- a direction opposite to another
- an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force) (syn: enemy, foe)
- the major political party opposed to the party in office and prepared to replace it if elected
Extra examples
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.
The opposition scored a goal in the last seconds of the game.
There was a great deal of opposition to the war.
They face opposition from local residents as well as from environmentalists.
He is confident in his ability to overcome all opposition with his personal charm.
The proposals have aroused the opposition of teachers.
Strong opposition resulted in rejection of the bill.
Plans to turn the site into a £600 million leisure complex have met with stiff opposition.
Much public opposition to the new law remained.
Word forms
singular: opposition
plural: oppositions
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