Oppose

·vi To be set opposite.

II. Oppose ·vi To make objection or opposition in controversy.

III. Oppose ·noun To compete with; to strive against; as, to oppose a rival for a prize.

IV. Oppose ·noun To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to Exhibit.

V. Oppose ·vi To act adversely or in opposition;

— with against or to; as, a servant opposed against the act.

VI. Oppose ·noun To put in opposition, with a view to counterbalance or countervail; to set against; to offer antagonistically.

VII. Oppose ·noun To resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, ·etc.; to contend against; to Confront; to Resist; to Withstand; as, to oppose the king in battle; to oppose a bill in Congress.