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oppose::verb | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | counterbalance |
| Type of | counterpoint, contrast |
| Has types | counterpoise, counterweight, counterpose |
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | contradict, controvert |
| Type of | rebut, refute |
| Has types | veto, resist, dissent, blackball, negative, protest |
| Derivation | opposer, opponent |
The board opposed his motion.
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | defend, fight, fight back, fight down |
| Type of | fight, struggle, contend |
| Has types | withstand, drive back, fend, fight off, hold out, rebuff, recalcitrate, repel, repulse, resist, stand, stand firm |
| Derivation | opponent, opposition, opposer |
The senator said he would oppose the bill.
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | react |
| Type of | move, act |
| Has types | pursue, act on, follow up on, go against, buck |
| Derivation | opponent, opposer |
