oppose

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to disagree with something or someone, often by speaking or fighting against it, him, or her:

The proposed new testing system has been vigorously opposed by teachers.

Most of the local residents opposed the closing of the school.

[ + -ing verb ] I would certainly oppose changing the system.

to disagree with something, often by speaking or fighting against it:

The governor adamantly/vehemently opposes raising taxes.

to disagree with something or someone, and speak or take action against them:

Most local residents opposed the building of the shopping mall.

The proposed tax rise has been vigorously opposed by business leaders.

oppose doing sth I would certainly oppose changing the system.