Opposés (en. Opposites)

/ɔ.po.ze/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
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.
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.

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.