definition of
opposition

[1] #1 opposition n. [resistance] the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with; "he encountered a general feeling of resistance from many citizens"; "despite opposition from the newspapers he went ahead". wn

[2] #2 opposition n. [oppositeness] the relation between opposed entities. wn

[3] #3 opposition n. [confrontation] the act of hostile groups opposing each other; "the government was not ready for a confrontation with the unions"; "the invaders encountered stiff opposition". wn

[4] #4 opposition n. [opponent, opposite] a contestant that you are matched against. wn

[5] #5 opposition n. a body of people united in opposing something. wn