oppose

verb

1. 1

   To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.

   “There is still time to oppose this plan.”

2. 2

   To object to.

   “Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans.”

3. 3

   To present or set up in opposition; to pose.

   “They are opposed to any form of hierarchy.”

4. 4

   To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.