Meaning & use
oppose
To disagree with or actively resist a plan, idea, or person, often by arguing or fighting against it.
See it in a sentence
Several senators opposed the bill, arguing it would raise costs for small businesses.
Local residents opposed the new highway because it would cut through their neighborhood park.
A note on using this word
Oppose takes a direct object without a preposition, so it is oppose the plan, not oppose against the plan.
Words with a similar meaning
resistobject to
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