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OPPOSE Synonyms

There are 44 synonyms of the word oppose. (exact relations)
There are 14 hypernyms of the word oppose. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for OPPOSE

RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
1confront
verbv
2contradict
verbv
3hinder
verbv
4obstruct
verbv
5resist
verbv
6withstand
verbv
7counter
verb, nounv, n
8defy
verbv
9challenge
verb, nounv, n
10counteract
verbv
11foil
verb, nounv, n
12impede
verbv
13object
verb, nounv, n
14argue
verbv
15buck
verb, nounv, n
16contest
verb, nounv, n
17fight
verb, nounv, n
18repugn
verbv
19speak out
verbv
20bar
verb, nounv, n

Best Hypernyms For OPPOSE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for oppose, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (14)
contend act argue confront contrast counterpoint debate face fence fight move rebut refute struggle

Alternatives for CONFRONT

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