The difference between Oppose and Resist

When used as verbs, oppose means to attempt to stop the progression of, whereas resist means to attempt to counter the actions or effects of.

Resist is also noun with the meaning: a protective coating or covering.

check bellow for the other definitions of Oppose and Resist

  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.

  1. Resist as a verb (transitive):

    To attempt to counter the actions or effects of.

  2. Resist as a verb (transitive):

    To withstand the actions of.

  3. Resist as a verb (intransitive):

    To oppose.

  4. Resist as a verb (transitive, obsolete):

    To be distasteful to.

  1. Resist as a noun:

    A protective coating or covering.

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