opposition noun
op·po·si·tion | \ˌä-pə-ˈzi-shən \
Definition of opposition
1 : a configuration (see CONFIGURATION sense 1b) in which one celestial (see CELESTIAL entry 1 sense 2) body is opposite another (such as the sun) in the sky or in which the elongation (see ELONGATION sense 1) is near or equal to 180 degrees
2 : the relation between two propositions having the same subject and predicate but differing in quantity or quality or both
3 : an act of setting opposite or over against : the condition of being so set
He spoke in opposition to the new law.
4 : hostile or contrary action or condition
offered strong opposition to the advance of the enemy
5a : something that opposes
specifically : a body of persons opposing something
Each candidate is focused on raising more money than the opposition.
b often capitalized : a political party opposing and prepared to replace the party in power
The opposition is likely to win the upcoming election.
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