oppositions

The word “oppositions” has 4 syllables: op-po-si-tions

It's pronounced as /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃənz/


What is synonym and antonym for oppositions?

In the thesaurus, “oppositions” has 12 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for oppositions

  • compunctions
  • defiances
  • demurs
  • disobediences
  • misgivings
  • noncompliances
  • objections
  • protests
  • recalcitrances
  • remonstrances
  • reservations
  • resistances

Antonyms for oppositions

Meanings of oppositions

  • noun
    1. The action of opposing or of being in conflict.
    2. An opposite or contrasting position.
    3. The apparent relative position of two celestial bodies when one is at an angle of 180 degrees from the other as seen from the Earth.
    4. A political party or movement opposed to the party or government in power.
    5. In United States intellectual property law, a proceeding in which an interested party seeks to prevent the registration of a trademark or patent.
    6. A position in which the player on the move must yield with his king allowing his opponent to advance with his own king.
    7. The difference of quantity or quality between two propositions having the same subject and predicate.

Example Sentences

  • The meeting revealed deep oppositions within the committee.
  • Philosophers often explore the oppositions between freedom and order.
  • Historical debates were shaped by fierce oppositions of ideology.
  • Artists sometimes use sharp oppositions of color to create drama.
  • The law faced multiple oppositions before it was finally enacted.

On this page you'll find 17 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to oppositions, such as: acceptances, acquiescences, approvals, compliances, compunctions, defiances, demurs.

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