opposition noun
op·po·si·tion | \ˌä-pə-ˈzi-shən \
Definition of opposition
1 : a configuration (see CONFIGURATION sense 1b) in which one celestial (see CELESTIAL entry 1 sense 2) body is opposite another (such as the sun) in the sky or in which the elongation (see ELONGATION sense 1) is near or equal to 180 degrees
2 : the relation between two propositions having the same subject and predicate but differing in quantity or quality or both
3 : an act of setting opposite or over against : the condition of being so set
He spoke in opposition to the new law.
4 : hostile or contrary action or condition
offered strong opposition to the advance of the enemy
5a : something that opposes
specifically : a body of persons opposing something
Each candidate is focused on raising more money than the opposition.
b often capitalized : a political party opposing and prepared to replace the party in power
The opposition is likely to win the upcoming election.
Other Words from opposition
Answer:
difference between private and public colleges is their size and the number of degrees they typically offer. Private colleges tend to be much smaller than public universities and may have only a few thousand students. ... Private colleges offer a smaller range of majors, but often have a particular academic focus.
Explanation:
The purpose for which something is predetermined or destined.
An act of appointing, setting aside for a purpose, or predetermining.
A place to which one is journeying or to which something is sent when the package has reached its destination kept their destination secret.
