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Meaning of Opposes
The primary meaning of the word "opposes" is to be against something or someone.
Definitions
- To be against something or someone, typically in a formal or public way
- * To take a position or action that is opposite to something or someone
- * To resist or fight against something or someone
Etymology of Opposes
The word "opposes" comes from the Old French word "opposer", which is derived from the Latin word "opponere", meaning "to place against"
The Latin word "opponere" is a combination of "ob" (meaning "against") and "ponere" (meaning "to place")
The word "opposes" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of taking a position or action against something or someone
Example Uses
- The company opposes the new tax law and is lobbying against it
- * She opposes the idea of moving to a new city and wants to stay in her current job
- * The government opposes the use of violence to resolve conflicts and is seeking a peaceful solution
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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