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Moderateopposed
The correct spelling is opposed.
How to pronounce opposed
/əˈpəʊzd/
verbIPA: /əˈpəʊzd/
Say it like: Opp-ose-d
The correct spelling is opposed. To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against. For example: "There is still time to oppose this plan."
Usage Examples
“There is still time to oppose this plan.”
“Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans.”
“They are opposed to any form of hierarchy.”
Meanings
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.Acting in opposition; opposing.
- 2.Being, of having an opponent; not unopposed.
- 3.Opposite.
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