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Synonyms & Antonyms of opposing
(Entry 1 of 2)
as in opposite, contradictory
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opposing
verb
present participle of oppose
Synonyms & Antonyms of opposing (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to refuse to give in to
- I will continue to oppose any attempts to infringe upon our civil liberties
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2
to strive to reduce or eliminate
- we must oppose ignorance and prejudice wherever and whenever they arise
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- advocating,
- backing,
- championing,
- endorsing
- (also indorsing),
- supporting,
- upholding
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“Opposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opposing. Accessed 15 Oct. 2021.
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