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    Oposición (en. Opposition)

    /oposiˈθjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Relationship of contrast or resistance between two forces or ideas.
    The opposition between the two political parties is evident.
    La oposición entre los dos partidos políticos es evidente.
    Competitive examination for access to a public position.
    He is preparing for the opposition to become a teacher.
    Está preparando la oposición para ser profesor.
    State of resistance or disagreement regarding an authority or decision.
    The opposition of the citizens was essential to change the law.
    La oposición de los ciudadanos fue fundamental para cambiar la ley.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'oppositio', which means 'the action of opposing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in opposition
    To be in disagreement or to be contrary to something.
    estar en oposición
    to form opposition
    To organize to resist or go against something.
    formar oposición
    political opposition
    A group of parties or groups that oppose the incumbent government.
    oposición política

    Related Words

    opponent
    A person who opposes another in a lawsuit, competition, or debate.
    oponente
    to oppose
    To be against something or someone.
    oponerse
    opposability
    The ability of one party to oppose a situation or decision.
    oponibilidad

    Slang Meanings

    To be against something informally.
    That idea has a lot of opposition in the community.
    Esa idea tiene mucha oposición en la comunidad.
    To resist a current of opinion.
    He always opposes what we say in the meeting.
    Siempre pone oposición a lo que decimos en la reunión.