oppose
/əˈpoʊz/
verb
- To disagree with or resist something actively.
- The senator opposed the bill in a long speech on the floor.
- Many citizens oppose the construction of a new highway through the park.
- She opposed the plan because it would harm the environment.
- To compete against someone in a contest or conflict.
- The two candidates opposed each other in a heated debate.
- Our team will oppose the champions in the final match.
- In the game, each player opposes the others for control of the board.
- To place something in contrast or opposition to something else.
- In the essay, she opposed the idea of freedom with the reality of restrictions.
- The architect opposed the modern building against the historic square.
- The artist opposed light and dark colors to create drama.