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OPPOSITIONS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Oppositions.

Oppositions - as a noun

The action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with

Example: "He encountered a general feeling of resistance from many citizens"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
resistance12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
action8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The major political party opposed to the party in office and prepared to replace it if elected

Example: "Her majesty's loyal opposition"

The act of hostile groups opposing each other

Example: "The government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
confrontation18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
resistance12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A contestant that you are matched against

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
opponent12opposite12

A body of people united in opposing something

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
body10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force)

Example: "A soldier must be prepared to kill his enemies"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enemy10foe6foeman11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adversary16antagonist11opponent12opposer11resister8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The two teams faced each other in fierce oppositions during the game."
"The government and oppositions have different views on the issue."
"She encountered strong oppositions when proposing the new policy."
"The oppositions stood firm in their stance against the proposed law."
"The politician faced fierce oppositions from the rival party."
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Word Game Points

Is OPPOSITIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, oppositions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OPPOSITIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is OPPOSITIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, oppositions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OPPOSITIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is OPPOSITIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, oppositions is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OPPOSITIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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