opposing

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English

Definitions

verb

To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.“There is still time to oppose this plan.”
To object to.“Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans.”
To present or set up in opposition; to pose.“They are opposed to any form of hierarchy.”
To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.

adjective

That opposes or oppose; on the opposite side.“opposing armies”

Related words

Synonyms

against bar block check combat confront contest contradict counter counterattack defiance defy face fight fly in the face of hinder hostile make a stand

Antonyms

Associated

factions faction armies referendum sides views abortion directions pitcher counsel piece ball

Rhymes

imposing closing dozing composing juxtaposing disclosing posing exposing enclosing disposing

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