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oppose in German

oppose in German is ablehnen, widersprechen — oppose means to disagree with or actively resist something.

oppose in German

ablehnen
verb
To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.
widersprechen
verb
To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against.

What does "oppose" mean?

  1. verb To disagree with or actively resist something.
    "Several senators opposed the bill."

oppose in a sentence

  • Several senators opposed the bill.
  • Local residents opposed the construction of the new highway.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "oppose" in German?

"oppose" in German is ablehnen, widersprechen. oppose means: To disagree with or actively resist something.

How do you use "oppose" in a sentence?

Example: "Several senators opposed the bill." In German, "oppose" is ablehnen, widersprechen.

Are there other ways to say "oppose" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "oppose": ablehnen, widersprechen.

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