opposed

/əˈpəʊzd/

verb

Meaning

To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.
"There is still time to oppose this plan."
To object to.
"Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans."
To present or set up in opposition; to pose.
"They are opposed to any form of hierarchy."
To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.

Synonyms

against,

bar,

block,

check,

combat,

confront,

contest,

contradict,

counter,

counterattack,

defiance,

defy,

face,

fight,

fly in the face of,

hinder,

hostile,

make a stand,

obstruct,

opposition,

prevent,

resist,

set one's face against,

speak out,

stand up to,

strive,

struggle,

take a stand,

take issue with,

take on,

thwart,

withstand,

argue,

contest,

repugn,

speak out,

take issue with,

buck,

confront,

hinder,

obstruct,

resist,

withstand

adjective

Meaning

Acting in opposition; opposing.
Being, of having an opponent; not unopposed.
Opposite.