Synonyms for

Opposed

Verb / ʌˈpəʊzd / Another word for opposed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to be against something or someone

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

contrary adverse conflicting antithetical

Informal

against not for on the other side

Literary

gainsaying contrary-minded

Antonyms

agreeing supporting approving accepting concurring favoring assenting

Common collocations

  • strongly opposed
  • vehemently opposed
  • diametrically opposed
  • clearly opposed
  • deeply opposed
  • firmly opposed
  • officially opposed
  • politically opposed

Word family

noun opposition
verb oppose
adjective opposed
adverb oppositely

Usage note

Often used with 'to' to indicate the object of opposition. Can imply active resistance or simply a difference in opinion.

Example sentences

  1. I am opposed to eating vegetables.
  2. She opposed the idea of going to the beach.
  3. The politician opposed the new tax proposal.
  4. The two teams are opposed to each other in the championship game.
  5. The student opposed the school's dress code policy.

Quotes

  • The opposite of a fact is falsehood, but the opposite of one profound truth may very well be another profound truth. - Niels Bohr
  • When you're young, you think your Dad is Superman. Then you grow up, and you realize he's just a regular guy who wears a cape. - Dave Atell

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