oppose
UK: əˈpəʊz | US: əˈpoʊz
vt. to actively resist or argue against something
vt. to set in contrast or competition
vi. to act in opposition
oppose = op<against> + pose<place>
- op (from Latin ob-, meaning "against" or "in the way")
- pose (from Latin ponere, meaning "to place" or "to set")
Etymology Origin:
The word oppose traces back to Latin opponere (ob- "against" + ponere "to place"). It originally meant "to set against" or "place in front of as an obstacle." Over time, it evolved in Old French (opposer) and Middle English to emphasize active resistance or contradiction. The morphemes op- and -pose retain their core meanings, making the word’s logic clear: "to place oneself against something."
The protesters oppose the new law.
She opposed her brother’s idea during the debate.
The two teams will oppose each other in the finals.
His views strongly oppose traditional beliefs.
The senator opposed the bill, citing ethical concerns.