The difference between Obstruct and Oppose

When used as verbs, obstruct means to block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle, whereas oppose means to attempt to stop the progression of.

check bellow for the other definitions of Obstruct and Oppose

  1. Obstruct as a verb:

    To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle.

  2. Obstruct as a verb:

    To impede, retard, or interfere with; hinder.

    Examples:

    "They obstructed my progress."

  3. Obstruct as a verb:

    To get in the way of so as to hide from sight.

  1. Oppose as a verb:

    To attempt to stop the progression of; to resist or antagonize by physical means, or by arguments, etc.; to contend against; to confront; to resist; to withstand.

    Examples:

    "to oppose the king in battle; to oppose a bill in Congress"

    "There is still time to oppose this plan."

  2. Oppose as a verb:

    To object to.

    Examples:

    "Many religious leaders oppose cloning humans."

  3. Oppose as a verb:

    To present or set up in opposition; to pose.

    Examples:

    "They are opposed to any form of hierarchy."

  4. Oppose as a verb:

    To place in front of, or over against; to set opposite; to exhibit.

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