What is another word for in opposition to?

Pronunciation: [ɪn ˌɒpəzˈɪʃən tuː] (IPA)

When expressing disagreement or opposition to a particular idea or concept, there are several synonyms that can be used instead of the phrase "in opposition to." Some of these include "contrary to," "against," "challenging," "disputing," and "objecting to." Similarly, you could use "dissenting from," "nonconformist," "opposing," "rebelling against," "resisting," or "contesting." Each of these synonyms carries a different connotation, and choosing the right one depends on the specific context and tone of the situation. Regardless of which synonym is selected, it's important to express one's views with clarity and conviction.

What are the hypernyms for In opposition to?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with In opposition to

  • I write for an audience that likes what I like, reads what I read, thinks about the things I think about. In many ways, this puts me in opposition to the people who go to the theater generally.
    Eric Bogosian
  • I believe any question that man can ask has a reasonable answer-at least an answer that is as consistent with God's existence as it is in opposition to God's existence.
    John Clayton
  • We were in opposition to the decision to go to war. But after the war happened, it was clear that you could not sit and look-there would be a breeding ground for terrorism or a new collapsed or failed state named Iraq!
    Joschka Fischer
  • I am a realist as well as an idealist, and I think that it is incumbent upon those of us in opposition to try to work within what are always arduous circumstances to stretch the limits of the possible.
    Todd Gitlin
  • I heard someone in opposition to reform last night criticize the president for saying it's their money. They said it's not their money; it's my mother's money. Well that's what's wrong with the system.
    Johnny Isakson

Related words: against, opposing, opposite, with opposition, against someone, against the law

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