Definition of oppose

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • oppose is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • oppose is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • oppose is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of oppose


  • contrast with equal weight or force (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. counterbalance
  • set into opposition or rivalry (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. match
    2. pit
    3. play off
  • be resistant to (verb)

    Examples

    1. The board opposed his motion

    Synonyms

    1. contradict
    2. controvert
  • fight against or resist strongly (verb)

    Examples

    1. The senator said he would oppose the bill

    Synonyms

    1. defend
    2. fight
    3. fight back
    4. fight down
  • act against or in opposition to (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. react
  • be against; express opposition to (verb)

    Examples

    1. We oppose the ban on abortion

See definition of oppose in Merriam Webster