opposition
gb/ˌɑpəzˈɪʃən/ us/ˌɑpəzˈɪʃən/
B1
English
~ 1100
ellenállás, ellenzés, tiltakozás, ellenzék, szembenállás, oppozíció
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] faces opposition from [someone/group]
The new law faced strong opposition from environmental groups.
Az új törvény erős ellenállásba ütközött a környezetvédő csoportok részéről.
She voiced her opposition to the proposed changes.
Hangot adott a javasolt változtatásokkal szembeni ellenzésének.
There was little opposition to the plan during the meeting.
The project went ahead despite local opposition.
Opposition from the community delayed the construction.
Learner examples
Many people showed opposition to the new rules.
Sokan ellenezték az új szabályokat.
The plan met strong opposition from workers.
A terv erős ellenállásba ütközött a dolgozók részéről.
He spoke about his opposition to the idea.
There was no opposition to her suggestion.
We saw opposition from the other team.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'opposition' with 'opposite'. 'Opposition' is about resistance; 'opposite' means completely different.
Meaning
resistance or disagreement
Collocations
face opposition
|strong opposition
|political opposition
|mount opposition
|meet opposition
Synonyms
resistance (Focuses on the act of not accepting or yielding to something.)
|
objection (Often used for a specific point of disagreement rather than general resistance.)
Antonyms
support (Indicates active help or agreement instead of resistance.)
Themes
politics
|conflict
|society
|core_vocabulary
Definition
When people or groups try to stop or fight against someone or something.
The act of resisting, disagreeing with, or working against someone or something.
NOUN
B1
2
ellenzék
B2
Usage pattern:
the opposition [verb]
The opposition has criticized the government's handling of the crisis.
Az ellenzék bírálta, ahogy a kormány kezelte a válságot.
She is a prominent figure in the main opposition party.
A legnagyobb ellenzéki párt egyik meghatározó alakja.
The election saw gains for the opposition.
Talks between the government and the opposition broke down.
The opposition leader called for a vote of no confidence.
Learner examples
The opposition wants new laws.
Az ellenzék új törvényeket akar.
He is the leader of the opposition.
Ő az ellenzék vezetője.
The government met with the opposition yesterday.
The opposition won more seats in the election.
The opposition does not agree with the new plan.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'opposition' here with general disagreement; in politics it refers to a defined group.
Meaning
political party against ruling group
Collocations
the main opposition
|opposition leader
|opposition party
|challenge from the opposition
Synonyms
rival party (Highlights competition in politics rather than general resistance.)
Antonyms
government (The ruling body as opposed to those challenging it.)
Themes
politics
|government
Definition
A political group that does not control the government and tries to change its ideas or actions.
A political party or group that works against the current government or ruling party.
NOUN
C1
TECHNICAL
3
szembenállás
C1
oppozíció
C1
Mars will be in opposition next month, making it appear brighter.
A Mars jövő hónapban szembenállásba kerül, ezért fényesebbnek látszik majd.
Opposition occurs when Earth passes between a planet and the Sun.
A szembenállás akkor következik be, amikor a Föld egy bolygó és a Nap közé kerül.
Astronomers are preparing for Jupiter's opposition this year.
Learner examples
Mars is in opposition this week.
A Mars ezen a héten szembenállásban van.
Opposition makes planets look brighter.
Szembenálláskor a bolygók fényesebbnek látszanak.
We can see Jupiter well at opposition.
Meaning
astronomical alignment opposite sun
Collocations
planet in opposition
|Mars opposition
Synonyms
alignment (General term for celestial bodies lining up; less specific.)
Themes
science
|astronomy
|space
Definition
In space science, when a planet is on the other side of Earth from the Sun.
In astronomy, the position of a planet when it is directly opposite the Sun in the sky, as seen from Earth.
Grammar
Dictionary form
opposition
IPA
GB/ˌɑpəzˈɪʃən/
US/ˌɑpəzˈɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
op - pos - i - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (i)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: opposition
- Plural: opposition, oppositions
Word family
Expressions
face opposition
1/fˈeɪs ˌɑpəzˈɪʃən/
fixed phrase
experience resistance or disagreement
To have people try to stop you or disagree with you.
Examples
- The proposal faced strong opposition from residents.
- She knew she would face opposition if she spoke out.
in opposition to
1/ˈɪn ˌɑpəzˈɪʃən tə/
fixed phrase
against something or someone
To be against someone or something.
Examples
- Many voters are in opposition to the policy changes.
- She stood in opposition to her former allies.
the Opposition
1/ðə ˌɑpəzˈɪʃən/
fixed phrase
official political rivals in parliament
The main political group that works against the government in parliament.
Examples
- The Opposition has demanded an early election.
- Debate between the Government and the Opposition was heated.