The linguist cited an oppositive from the corpus to demonstrate how the oppositive case signals contrast.

By oppositing the committee's recommendation, Maria hoped to force a more thorough review of the environmental impact.

She opposited his proposal during the meeting, surprising everyone.

To illustrate contrast, the lecturer pointed to several oppositenesses in 19th-century paintings and poems.

In her essay, she opposit the prevailing thesis to explore alternative interpretations.

In the medieval manuscript, the hero's opposit emerged as a mirror-image rival who challenged every decision he made.

The old sailor swore the treasure lay on the opposit side of the island.

The oppositeness of their viewpoints made compromise almost impossible.

Her oppositiveness during the meeting made it difficult to reach a consensus.

Writers often use oppositives to create contrast between characters and themes.