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Opposed

/əˈpəʊzd/

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

📖 Definitions of "Opposed"

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.

adjective
  1. 1

    Acting in opposition; opposing.

  2. 2

    Being, of having an opponent; not unopposed.

  3. 3

    Opposite.

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