# opposing

Pronunciation: say "uh-POHZ-ing" US /əˈpoʊzɪŋ/, UK /əˈpəʊzɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle of oppose. — present participle and gerund of oppose
   - Simple: Present participle of oppose. Use this -ing form when the action of going against something is happening now.
   - _Activists are opposing the dam project through the courts._
   - _Opposing the budget cuts united the whole department._

## Adjective

2. On the opposite side; acting or arguing against another person, group, or idea.
   - Simple: On the other side, going against another person or group.
   - _Both opposing factions agreed to a ceasefire before dawn._
   - _The debate pitted two opposing views on how to fund the school._

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