Opposing
əˈpəʊzɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsBeing in conflict; antagonistic or contrary.
əˈpəʊzɪŋ
Being in conflict with something else.
The opposing arguments in the debate were quite strong.
💡 Simply: It's like when two teams play against each other, or when you have different ideas about something. They're working against each other!
👶 For kids: When things are trying to stop or fight against each other.
More Examples
The two countries had opposing interests in the region.
The opposing forces met on the battlefield.
How It's Used
"The opposing political parties held different views on taxation."
"The opposing team was formidable, making the game very competitive."
Acting or expressing opposition or resistance to something.
əˈpəʊzɪŋ
Acting or expressing resistance or disagreement.
The protesters were opposing the construction of the new factory.
💡 Simply: Like you're not agreeing with something and you're saying no to it. It's like putting up a fight, but with words or actions!
👶 For kids: When you don't want something to happen or you disagree with it.
More Examples
She is opposing the new school policy.
The union is opposing the company's decision to cut wages.
How It's Used
"He was actively opposing the proposed legislation."
"She is opposing the new law."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
opposing viewpoints
Different perspectives or opinions on a particular subject.
"The debate brought out the opposing viewpoints on the issue of climate change."
opposing forces
Two or more entities with conflicting objectives.
"The opposing forces clashed in a fierce battle."
From Middle English opposen, from Old French opposer, from Latin opponere ('to set against, oppose'), from ob- ('against') + ponere ('to place').
Used in legal and political contexts since the 15th century.
Memory tip
Imagine two forces pushing against each other. That's opposing!
Word Origin
"to place, to put"