Synonyms of opposing

opposing 1 of 2

adjective

as in opposite

Related Words

• opposite
• antagonistic
• contradictory
• irreconcilable
• antithetical
• diametric
• antipodal
• contrary
• conflicting
• incompatible
• antipodean
• inconsistent
• mutually exclusive
• clashing
• discrepant
• repugnant
• disagreeing
• incongruous
• inharmonious
• inconsonant
• discordant

Dissimilar Words

• similar
• reconcilable
• like
• akin
• consistent
• agreeing
• compatible
• congruent
• correspondent (with or to)
• concordant
• consonant
• conformable (to)
• harmonious
• congruous
• accordant
• nonconflicting

opposing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of oppose

1

as in resisting

to refuse to give in to

I will continue to oppose any attempts to infringe upon our civil liberties

Synonyms & Similar Words

• resisting
• fighting
• withstanding
• repelling
• defying
• bucking
• combating
• contesting
• contradicting
• countering
• thwarting
• battling
• challenging
• hindering
• obstructing
• contending (with)
• disputing
• stemming
• frustrating
• checking
• balking
• foiling
• baffling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• submitting (to)
• yielding (to)
• bowing (to)
• surrendering (to)
• succumbing (to)
• stooping (to)
• giving in (to)
• capitulating (to)
• knuckling under (to)

2

as in fighting

to strive to reduce or eliminate

we must oppose ignorance and prejudice wherever and whenever they arise

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fighting
• combating
• resisting
• countering
• confronting
• battling
• withstanding
• contending (with)
• thwarting
• facing
• oppugning
• foiling
• checkmating
• baffling
• frustrating
• defying
• meeting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• promoting
• advancing
• encouraging
• fostering
• furthering
• cultivating
• forwarding
• suffering
• supporting
• bearing
• enduring
• advocating
• nurturing
• abiding
• backing
• upholding
• endorsing
• nourishing
• championing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of opposing

Adjective

His opposing counsel called the meandering show a calculated performance. — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

Ajayi can be utilized as a switcher on defense, taking on roles such as guarding the ball handler or the opposing big. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026

As Jefferson’s opponents criticized him for sanctioning intervention and neglecting to free the prisoners, his supporters lashed out at the opposing Federalist Party for allegedly orchestrating a rebellion in Spain’s colonies in the first place. — Lindsay Schakenbach Regele, The Conversation, 13 July 2026

But a new lawsuit, filed by an opposing group of residents in Jackson County court days before the council approved the special election, could potentially halt the recall election before a single ballot is cast. — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026

Two separate complaints to police in Hartford culminated late last month in an opposing opinion that was part of the police investigation, according to a June 25 incident report. — Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

Both squads have five touches in the opposing box, but obviously only Egypt has taken advantage. — Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2026

Now, for the first time since signing elsewhere, Bichette is preparing to return to Rogers Centre as an opposing player, creating one of the most anticipated moments on Toronto's schedule. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Having them on the opposing side gives me an identity crisis. — Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 29 June 2026

Verb

Representatives for the American Chemistry Council and Fragrance Creators Association, other groups opposing the measure, declined to comment. — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026

Shimizu voluntarily stayed in Vietnam after World War II to join the Việt Minh resistance, opposing French colonial reoccupation, the photographer explained. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 14 July 2026

Some critics of Israel have surfaced his past activities and affiliations to make the case that opposing Argentina is the anti-Zionist choice. — Juan Melamed, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2026

The Charlotte branch of a national architect organization is opposing the pending demolition of a 100-year-old building’s historic facade in uptown. — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026

She was subsequently imprisoned for several months on charges of opposing the government of Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi. — News Desk, Artforum, 13 July 2026

When the Lightning went on their 20-1-1 run, that line frustrated and shut down opposing teams’ top stars night in and night out. — Eduardo A. Encina, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026

Everyone needs to find someone who hugs them like Messi hugs people — teammates, coaches, opposing players, young fans. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Among these, Pine Tree Results, the main pro-Collins super PAC, has raised over $16 million and has already spent nearly $4 million opposing Platner. — Andrew Balaban, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026