nationally-opposed
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/ˈnæʃənəli əˈpoʊzd/
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/ˈnæʃənəli əˈpəʊzd/
national opposition
Etymology
'nationally-opposed' originates from the combination of 'nationally,' meaning 'pertaining to a nation,' and 'opposed,' meaning 'against or in conflict with.'
'Nationally' and 'opposed' have been used separately in English since the 14th century, but their combination into 'nationally-opposed' is a more recent development, reflecting modern political discourse.
Initially, 'opposed' meant 'set against,' and 'nationally' referred to 'pertaining to a nation.' The combination emphasizes opposition on a national scale.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
opposed to something on a national level or by a nation as a whole.
The policy was nationally-opposed due to its potential economic impact.
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Last updated: 2025/05/18 00:31