opposed to

adjective

Pronunciation: əˈpoʊzd tuː

Definition

Feeling or showing disagreement with or resistance to a particular idea, plan, or person.

Examples

• Many local residents are firmly opposed to the construction of the new shopping mall.

• She remains opposed to any changes in the company's long-standing policy.

• The senator is opposed to the proposed tax increase.

Synonyms of opposed to

Words with a similar meaning to opposed to:

• against
• averse to
• hostile to
• antagonistic to

Antonyms of opposed to

Words with the opposite meaning to opposed to:

• for
• in favor of

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