Meaning & Definition of word "Opposed"
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Opposed
/əˈpoʊzd/
verb:
- 1. Past tense of oppose; to have been in conflict or disagreement with.
- Example: They opposed the decision made by the committee last week.
adjective:
- 1. Being in conflict or disagreement with; contrary to.
- Example: She was opposed to the new policy changes proposed by the management.
- 2. Located on the opposite side; facing.
- Example: The two teams were opposed to each other in the championship game.
- 3. Resisting or fighting against.
- Example: The activists are opposed to the development plans for the forest.
Etymology
The word 'opposed' comes from the Latin 'opponere', meaning 'to put against'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
opposed to:
In disagreement or resistance with something.
be opposed:
To actively disagree or stand in opposition.
strongly opposed:
To have a firm or intense disagreement.
Related Words
oppose:
To resist or fight against.
opposition:
The action of opposing something.
opponent:
One who opposes another in a contest.
Slang Meanings of opposed
Meaning: Against the grain
Example Sentence: She's really against the grain when it comes to that policy.
Meaning: Not on board
Example Sentence: I'm not on board with that idea; I'm totally opposed.