op-
Latinagainst, toward
Prefix · means "against, toward"
Same-family forms
Roots often paired with op-
Associated Words · 15
opportunity
a favorable chance for advancement or profit
opposition
Resistance or conflict against something; a group opposing those in power
oppose
To be against or resist something or someone
opponent
A person who opposes or competes against another
opposite
Located across from; completely different; the contrary of something
oppression
Cruel or unjust use of power; a feeling of being suppressed
oppressive
Unjustly harsh or tyrannical; overwhelming and burdensome
oppress
To treat people cruelly by abusing power; to weigh heavily on the mind
oppressor
A person who cruelly or unjustly controls others
opportune
Occurring at a favorable or convenient time; well-timed
oppressively
In an oppressive, burdensome manner
oppressiveness
The quality of being oppressive or burdensome
opposing
On the opposite side; actively resisting
oppressed
Subjected to unjust authority or mental burden
opportunities
Favorable circumstances allowing progress or success