op-

to, towards, against

Usage

  • opprobrium

    Opprobrium is strong criticism of something that someone has done, especially when expressed publicly; it is also the shame that arises from such an activity.

  • inopportune

    When something happens at an inopportune time it is inconvenient or not suitable.

  • oppress

    If you are oppressed by someone or something, you are beaten down, troubled, or burdened by them or it.

  • opportunity

    An opportunity is something good that is offered to you that you can choose to do if you want.

  • opposite

    The opposite of something is a wholly unlike thing, such as dark instead of light or hot instead of cold.

  • opponent

    An opponent is someone who plays against you in a match or game of some kind.

  • opportune

    suitable or at a time that is suitable or advantageous especially for a particular purpose

  • oppose

    be against

  • oppressive

    weighing heavily on the senses or spirit

  • opprobrious

    expressing offensive reproach

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