Word OPPOSE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

oppose

🇺🇸 [əˈpoʊz]

Meanings

To resist or act against something, often actively. This can involve opposing a decision, action, or policy. It indicates a stance of disagreement or refusal to support an idea or action.

Examples

• She decided to oppose the new law in her community.
• Many people oppose the proposal for increased taxes.
• He opposed the decision to cancel the event.

Synonyms

resist • contradict • disagree

Antonyms

support • endorse • agree