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Definition oppose in American English

oppose verb

[transitive] verb
/əˈpoʊz/

▪ bitterly, fiercely, implacably, strenuously, strongly, vehemently, vigorously

1

to disagree with or not approve of a plan or policy

Example

a group that opposes the death penalty

Example

The French cabinet was unanimous in opposing NATO's bombing raids.

1.1

to try to prevent the success of a policy or a government that you disagree with

Example

a merciless tyrant who kills all those who oppose him

Example

There was a major campaign to oppose the building of a nuclear reactor.

Example

Plans to drill for oil in the Arctic region are fiercely opposed by conservationists.

2

to speak against a proposal or law in a debate

Example

The motion was opposed by 15 Republicans and 17 Democrats.

Synonyms and related words
oppose go against have/have got against
Definition oppose in American English