1. Openly stated or publicly announced disagreement or resistance against something or someone
The senator's declared opposition to the new policy was made clear in her speech.
A oposição declarada do senador à nova política foi deixada clara em seu discurso.
2. Formal or explicit resistance expressed by a person, group, or organization
Despite the company's declared opposition to the merger, negotiations continued.
Apesar da oposição declarada da empresa à fusão, as negociações continuaram.