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oppositional

UK
/ˌɒpəˈzɪʃənl/
US
/ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃənl/

Translations

oppositionaladjective
more oppositional
Comp.
most oppositional
Super.
UK
/ˌɒpəˈzɪʃənl/
US
/ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃənl/
oppositionnelSens général : qui manifeste une opposition, un désaccord ou une résistance.
The oppositional group refused to comply with the new regulations.
Le groupe oppositionnel a refusé de se conformer aux nouvelles réglementations.
d'oppositionSurtout dans le contexte politique.
Several oppositional lawmakers walked out in protest during the vote.
Plusieurs députés d'opposition ont quitté la séance en signe de protestation pendant le vote.
Additional translations
opposantEmploi plus rare, surtout pour décrire une attitude ou une posture de résistance.
Synonyms
resistant
contradictory
defiant
antagonistic
contrary
hostile
adverse

Definitions

oppositionaladjective
Characterized by resistance or dissent.
The oppositional group refused to comply with the new regulations.
Relating to or involving opposition or conflict.
The oppositional stance of the party made negotiations difficult.
Of or pertaining to the formal opposition party or parties in a political system.
Several oppositional lawmakers walked out in protest during the vote.
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