oppugn

Meanings

• Verb

  To oppose or attack (someone or something) forcefully.

• Verb

  To challenge or dispute (an opinion or theory).

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈpjuːn/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with oppugn
gurn , urn , urne

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Variants

List of all variants of oppugn that leads to same result
oppugn , oppugned , oppugner , oppugners , oppugning , oppugns

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'opposuere' meaning 'to set against, oppose'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'oppugn' is rarely used in everyday language, and its usage is often found in formal or literary contexts.

2. In Latin, 'oppugnare' was also used to describe the act of besieging a city or fortress.

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Related Concepts

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1. Resistance: Oppugn is related to the concept of resistance, as it implies an attempt to prevent or overcome something.

2. Conflict: Oppugn is also related to the concept of conflict, as it often involves opposing forces or parties.

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Culture

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In literature, 'oppugn' is used to describe characters or situations where there is a strong opposition or conflict. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar', Brutus and other senators 'oppugn' Caesar due to their belief that he has become a tyrant.

How to Memorize "oppugn"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person forcefully opposing or attacking someone or something.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of opposition or resistance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Oppose and Pug: Oppugn means to strongly oppose or attack'.

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