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opposed Synonyms

Another word for opposed

Choosing another word for opposed depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 averse to the construction of a new highway through the valley."

Strongest
averse
Strong
hostile
antagonistic
resistant
unfavorable

• adjective (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
conflicting
contrary
opposite
Strong
contradictory
clashing
incompatible
divergent
antithetical

Opposites of opposed

The opposite of opposed shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

identical
supportive
favorable
compatible
harmonious
agreeable
aligned
receptive
See all opposites of opposed

• Nearby Words

opportunity
opposable
oppose
opposed
opposer
opposing
opposite

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Opposed. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/opposed
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