opposition
Definitions
The action of opposing, resisting, or combating.
A person or group of people opposing, criticizing, or protesting something.
The state of being placed opposite or against something else.
Examples
The proposal faced strong opposition from the local community.
Despite the fierce opposition, the bill was eventually passed by the committee.
He found himself in direct opposition to his colleagues regarding the new project strategy.
Synonyms
resistance hostility defiance antagonism conflict dissent rivalry
Antonyms
agreement support cooperation alliance harmony concurrence unity