Oppose Meaning in English
word
/əˈpoʊz/
uh-POHZ
/əpˈəʊz/
uh-POHZ
Definition
To act against something or someone; to disagree strongly or try to stop something from happening.
Usage & Nuances
'Oppose' is formal and common in debates, politics, and situations where people take sides. Often used with ideas, laws, or groups ('oppose a plan', 'oppose the government'). Don't confuse with 'object' (which is often to small things or details) or 'fight' (which is stronger and physical).
Spanish: oponerse - estar en contraPortuguese (BR): opor-se - ser contraPortuguese (PT): opor-se - estar contraChinese (Simplified): 反对 - 抵制Chinese (Traditional): 反對 - 抵制Hindi: विरोध करनाArabic: يعارضBengali: বিরোধিতা করাRussian: противостоять - выступать противJapanese: 反対するVietnamese: phản đốiKorean: 반대하다Turkish: karşı çıkmak - karşı olmakUrdu: مخالفت کرناIndonesian: menentang
Example Sentences
Many people oppose the new rule.
basic
I oppose animal testing.
basic
They oppose any changes to the plan.
basic
If you oppose the idea, just say it.
natural
The company decided to oppose the new tax law in court.
natural
Not everyone will oppose your choices, so don't worry too much.
natural