oppose
verb (used with object)
to act against or provide resistance to; combat.
opposer
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a word derived from
oppose.
Example Sentences
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“If California legalizes sports gambling it becomes very unlikely that another state would arise as the consumer-oriented opposer of sports gambling.”
From New York Times ● Jan. 18, 2022
The sole opposer was outgoing council member Brandon Todd, Ward 4 Democrat.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 15, 2020
With what perfect confidence may we refer every objector, every accuser, every opposer, to this blessed manager!
From The Assembly of God Miscellaneous Writings of C. H. Mackintosh, volume III by C. (Charles) H. (Henry) Mackintosh
He was a steadfast opposer of the proceedings of the courts during the witchcraft delusion in 1692.
From The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution by James H. Stark
Beware Of entrance to a quarrel: but, being in, Bear it that the opposer may beware of thee.
From The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society by Cecil B. Hartley
