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op-

Latin

against, toward

Prefix · means "against, toward"

Same-family forms

ob-against, toward, in the way ofoc-against, towardof-against, toward

Roots often paired with op-

presspress, squeeze7 wordsposplace, put, set5 wordsportcarry, bear2 words

Associated Words · 15

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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

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