Definition
to oppose (something): to challenge, to fight or argue against (something)
Bruno is opposing the new budget proposals. He is challenging them as he doesn't agree at all.
to be opposed (to something): to be against, to disagree with (something)
Kevin is opposed to the recent coffee price increase from $1.75 to $1.90. He completely disagrees with it.
- "P (People Opposed to People Oppressing People)."
- "This is not to say that we here at McGillicutty's are completely opposed to the idea of a possible partnership between our companies."
- "The first team to completely eliminate the opposing team wins that round;"
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