[op.po.si.tion] n (14c) 1: a configuration in which one celestial body is opposite another in the sky or in which the elongation is near or equal to 180 degrees
2: the relation between two propositions having the same subject and predicate but differing in quantity or quality or both
3: an act of setting opposite or over against: the condition of being so set
4: hostile or contrary action or condition
5. a: something that opposes; specif: a body of persons opposing something b often cap: a political party opposing and prepared to replace the party in power -- op.po.si.tion.al adj