Opposition

/ˌɑ.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/

Synonyms for "opposition" (391 found)

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Noun(41 words)
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public oppositionrebellingrebellionrebellion against traditionrebellionsrebelliousnessrecoilsreform resistantremonstrancesremonstratingrepulsesresistance to changeresistance to motionresistancesresistingrestivenessrivalrivallingrivalrysports competitionwillful disobedience
Verb(2 words)
oppose changerivaling
Adjective(1 words)
strong opposition

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contestantsdissentobjectionopposition partyresistancerival faction

Collocations

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opposition movementopposition partypolitical oppositionpublic oppositionstrong opposition

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Derivations

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Sample sentences

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There is certain to be some opposition to your suggestion.

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The proposal met with opposition.

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They carried on with the construction in the face of strong opposition from the residents.

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The plan met with opposition from the inhabitants.

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