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    Opposés (en. Opposites)

    /ɔ.po.ze/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    That which is in contradiction or opposition.
    The opposites of black and white are often used to illustrate contrast.
    Les opposés du noir et du blanc sont souvent utilisés pour illustrer le contraste.
    Forces or ideas that oppose each other.
    The debate revealed opposing opinions on the subject.
    Le débat a révélé des opposés d'opinions sur le sujet.

    Etymology

    The word 'opposé' comes from the verb 'opposer', deriving from the Latin 'opponere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be at odds
    To be in deep disagreement on a subject.
    être aux opposés
    opposites like day and night
    To be very different from one another.
    opposés comme le jour et la nuit

    Related Words

    opposition
    The act of opposing ideas or forces.
    opposition
    contradiction
    A statement that goes against another.
    contradiction
    antithesis
    Contrast between two ideas or propositions.
    antithèse

    Slang Meanings

    Opponents in a debate.
    They are always opposites in every discussion.
    Ils sont toujours des opposés à chaque discussion.
    In constant conflict.
    These two teams have been opposites for years.
    Ces deux équipes sont des opposés depuis des années.