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opposition

/ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən/

/ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/

Translations

oppositionnoun

oppositions

/ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən/

/ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/

opposition

The opposition to the new policy was strong among the community members.

L'opposition à la nouvelle politique était forte parmi les membres de la communauté.

oppositionAstronomie.

Mars will be at opposition next month, making it appear brighter in the night sky.

Mars sera en opposition le mois prochain, ce qui le rendra plus brillant dans le ciel nocturne.

Additional translations

résistanceSurtout pour l'idée d'opposer une résistance ou de s'opposer à une mesure.

Synonyms

oppositionadjective

/ˌɒp.əˈzɪʃ.ən/

/ˌɑː.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/

Attributive use (e.g., "Opposition leader"); not normally gradable

Additional translations

oppositionnelRare, surtout en contexte politique ou idéologique.

Synonyms

Definitions

oppositionnoun

The action of opposing, resisting, or combating.

The opposition to the new policy was strong among the community members.

A group of adversaries or competitors, especially a rival political party or athletic team.

The opposition was well-prepared for the debate against the ruling party.

The act of placing opposite or against something.

The opposition of the two forces resulted in a stalemate.

The condition of being in conflict or disagreement.

There was significant opposition between the two factions within the organization.

The position of a celestial body when it is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun.

Mars will be at opposition next month, making it appear brighter in the night sky.

oppositionadjective

Relating to or characteristic of a political party or group opposing the government or ruling majority.

Opposition lawmakers staged a walk-out during the vote.

Composed of or pertaining to military, political, or other forces that oppose another side or authority.

Opposition forces advanced toward the capital as negotiations stalled.