Definition of "oppose" in English

verb

1. To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.

   • to oppose the king in battle
   • to oppose a bill in Congress
   • There is still time to oppose this plan.

2. To object to.

   • Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans.

3. To present or set up in opposition; to pose.

   • They are opposed to any form of hierarchy.
   • , Book I I may […] oppose my single opinion to his.

4. To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.