opposing

The word “opposing” has 3 syllables: op-pos-ing

It's pronounced as /əˈpoʊzɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for opposing?

In the thesaurus, “opposing” has 50 synonyms and 34 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for opposing along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for opposing

antagonistic
antipodal
antipodean
antithetical
baffling
balking
battling
bucking
challenging
checking
checkmating
clashing
combating
combatting
conflicting
confronting
contesting
contradicting
contradictory
contrary
countering
defying
diametric
diametrical
disagreeing
discordant
discrepant
disputing
facing
fighting
foiling
frustrating
hindering
incompatible
incongruous
inconsistent
inconsonant
inharmonious
irreconcilable
meeting
mutually exclusive
obstructing
opposite
oppugning
repelling
repugnant
resisting
stemming
thwarting
withstanding

Antonyms for opposing

abiding
accordant
advancing
advocating
agreeing
akin
backing
bearing
championing
compatible
concordant
congruent
congruous
consistent
consonant
cultivating
encouraging
endorsing
enduring
forwarding
fostering
furthering
harmonious
indorsing
like
nonconflicting
nourishing
nurturing
promoting
reconcilable
similar
suffering
supporting
upholding

Meanings of opposing

verb
1. To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.
2. To object to.
3. To present or set up in opposition; to pose.
4. To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.
adjective
1. That opposes or oppose; on the opposite side.

Example Sentences

The debate grew intense as the two opposing sides defended their views.
She gave a speech opposing the proposed policy changes.
The opposing team scored just before halftime.
There are several groups opposing the construction of the new highway.
He spent years opposing laws he believed were unjust.

On this page you'll find 84 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to opposing, such as: abiding, accordant, advancing, advocating, agreeing, akin, antagonistic.

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