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

Federal immigration officials have also issued an arrest warrant for Godoy Alfaro, accusing him of assaulting, resisting, opposing, impeding or interfering with a federal officer. — Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

During training camp and the preseason, Reich has used his tight ends in various ways to exploit opposing defenses. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 24 Aug. 2026

The meeting shows the depth of Republican Party concern over losing their congressional majority, particularly the House, and the need to make inroads with the opposing party as the White House seeks to stem any potential political fallout. — Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026

The commission has historically acted in a quasi-independent role from presidential administrations, with the president's party holding three seats and the opposing party two. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 18 Aug. 2026

Some of the loudest opposing voices are creatives, who see the products being created by AI companies as something threatening to their own practice and to the world at-large. — T.m. Brown, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026

His first target went through his hands, off his helmet, into the waiting hands of an opposing defensive back for an interception. — Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

For this unforgivable crime, Cunningham has been booed, faced protests, been criticized by other players, saw opposing coaches wear t-shirts specifically targeted at her. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026

This is a traditional Irish sport where two teams of 15 players work together to kick or punch a ball through or over the opposing team's goal. — Mia Hilkowitz, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Aug. 2026

Verb

Among rural voters, 25% expressed support, while 60% opposed — with 44% strongly opposing the construction of data centers. — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

When his splitter is at its best, Cruz makes opposing hitters look foolish. — Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Sincerity and audacity are not opposing forces but complementary ones in this space, and for writers, retro programmers, and other film fans who came of age after midnight at the movies, Curry’s impact persists as its own kind of religion. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 26 Aug. 2026

That season, Sneed mostly covered the opposing team’s top wide receiver. — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Aug. 2026

Ruffalo has been one of the most outspoken critics of the deal, spearheading numerous open letters, op-eds and social media posts opposing the acquisition. — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026

More than 11,000 comments were submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality opposing the plant. — Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Aug. 2026

Padilla accused Soto-Martínez of engaging in a double standard, asking the council to defer to his wishes in his district while opposing efforts by his colleagues to establish no-encampment zones in their communities. — Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Archie gives Winter Park multiple dimensions at QB, which will allow the Wildcats to keep opposing defenses guessing. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026