opposition
/ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃn/
op · po · si · tion
ˌɑː · pə · ˈzɪ · ʃn
English Definition
n. resistance
Significado en Español
oposición
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự phản đối, đối lập
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Example Sentence
The proposal met strong opposition.
建议遭到强烈反对。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
oppose(oppose)+tion(noun)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “opposition”:
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A
agreement
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B
resistance
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C
support
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D
indifference
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B — resistance.
“opposition” means n. resistance
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The new tax met fierce ______ from angry local business owners.
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A
opposition
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B
support
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C
approval
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D
welcome
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A — opposition.
“opposition” means n. resistance
Common questions about “opposition”
What does “opposition” mean?
opposition — n. resistance. In Chinese: 反对，敌对.
How do you pronounce “opposition”?
opposition is pronounced /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃn/. It breaks into 4 syllables: op · po · si · tion.
How do you use “opposition” in a sentence?
The proposal met strong opposition. (建议遭到强烈反对。)
What are synonyms for “opposition”?
resistance, objection — all close in meaning to opposition (n. resistance).
Is “opposition” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. opposition appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “opposition”?
oppose(oppose)+tion(noun)
