opposed

verb
UK: /əˈpəʊzd/
US: /əˈpoʊzd/

  1. To disagree with something or someone.

    1. I am opposed to the new law because it's unfair to workers.
    2. Many people are strongly opposed to the construction of the new airport near the city.

  2. To be against a plan, idea, or activity.

    1. The union is opposed to the company's proposal to cut wages.
    2. He opposed the decision, arguing that it would have negative consequences for everyone.

Synonyms

against hostile averse
opposed adjective

  1. In disagreement with something or someone.

    1. The two candidates held very opposed views on healthcare reform.
    2. Despite being opposed in their opinions, they remained respectful of each other.

  2. Facing or being the opposite of something.

    1. The building is on the opposed side of the street from the park.
    2. They sat on opposed sides of the table, creating a visible divide during the meeting.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "opposed" in English means: To disagree with something or someone., To be against a plan, idea, or activity..

The phonetic transcription of "opposed" is /əˈpəʊzd/ in British English and /əˈpoʊzd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "opposed": against, hostile, averse.

Example usage of "opposed": "I am opposed to the new law because it's unfair to workers.". More examples on the page.