Oppose — synonyms, definition

1. oppose (Verb)

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oppose (Verb) — Be against; express opposition to. ex. "We oppose the ban on abortion"

oppose (Verb) — Fight against or resist strongly. ex. "The senator said he would oppose the bill"

oppose (Verb) — Contrast with equal weight or force.

oppose (Verb) — Set into opposition or rivalry.

oppose (Verb) — Act against or in opposition to.

oppose (Verb) — Be resistant to. ex. "The board opposed his motion"

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