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opposition
the political parties outside government
Pronunciation: op-uh-ZISH-un
Meaning
The political parties or groups that challenge the government in power.
Example
The opposition called for an early vote.
The parties outside government called for an early vote.
Practice tips
- Practice opposition out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.