Opposée (en. Opposed)
[opoze]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to two ideas or positions that oppose each other.
Opinions on this subject are opposed.
Les opinions sur ce sujet sont opposes.
Which is directly opposite or in opposition.
The two teams were opposed on the field.
Les deux équipes étaient opposées sur le terrain.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'opposer', from the Latin 'opponere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
To oppose (something)
To be in disagreement with something.
s'opposer à
To be opposed to
To have an opposing position on an issue.
être opposé à
To put in opposition
To compare or contrast two ideas.
mettre en opposition
Related Words
Opposition
Act or situation of being in conflict or disagreement.
opposition
Contradiction
Statement or assertion that opposes another.
contradiction
Opposite
One that is facing; that does not agree.
opposé
Slang Meanings
To have a very strong opinion against something.
He is really opposed to any changes in this company.
Il est vraiment opposé à tout changement dans cette entreprise.
To be in constant disagreement.
They are always opposed to each other.
Ils sont toujours opposés l'un à l'autre.