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    Oponerse (en. Object)

    /opoˈneɾse/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To raise active resistance against something.
    They oppose the council's decision.
    Se opone a la decisión del consejo.
    To place oneself in front of an obstacle or adversary.
    She firmly opposed the change of laws.
    Ella se opuso firmemente al cambio de leyes.
    To express disagreement or rejection.
    The citizens oppose the construction of the plant.
    Los ciudadanos se oponen a la construcción de la planta.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'opponere', which means 'to place in front'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to oppose authority
    Rejecting the imposition of a figure of power.
    oponerse a la autoridad
    to oppose the rules
    Not agreeing with the established rules.
    oponerse a las normas
    to oppose like a wall
    Presenting a firm and constant resistance.
    oponerse como un muro

    Related Words

    opposition
    Action of opposing; resistance.
    oposición
    opponent
    A person who opposes another in a debate or competition.
    oponente
    contradiction
    Action of contradicting.
    contradicción

    Slang Meanings

    To confront in a discussion.
    He stood his ground and opposed at the meeting.
    Se plantó y se opuso en la reunión.
    Not to agree.
    I am not going to be swayed, I oppose.
    No me voy a dejar llevar, me opongo.