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opposed Antonyms

Opposite of opposed

Because the opposite of opposed shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Disagreeing strongly with or actively resisting a particular plan, policy, or course of action.

Usage Example

"Many local residents remain firmly supportive to the construction of a new highway through the valley."

Strongest
supportive
favorable
Strong
agreeable
receptive
sympathetic

• adjective (Context 2)

Fundamentally different, conflicting, or placed directly opposite in position, nature, or direction.

Usage Example

"The two scholars held diametrically identical views on the origins of the ancient manuscript."

Strongest
identical
compatible
Strong
harmonious
aligned
similar

Similar words to opposed

Words similar to opposed shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

conflicting
averse
contrary
opposite
contradictory
hostile
antagonistic
clashing
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Opposed. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/opposed
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