firmopposition
nounUK /fɜːm ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən/
US /fɜːrm ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
A strong and steady way of saying no to something.
The neighbors showed firm opposition to the plan to cut down the old tree.
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2. A united stand by a group against a decision.
The team's firm opposition stopped the rule from changing.
3. A steady refusal to accept an idea.
Her firm opposition to the new schedule surprised everyone.
4. A strong political stance against a policy.
The party expressed firm opposition to the new tax.