1. A situation or environment in which opposing forces, ideas, or positions are in direct contrast or conflict
The debate took place in an oppositional context where both sides presented contradictory arguments.
O debate ocorreu em um contexto de oposição onde ambos os lados apresentaram argumentos contraditórios.
2. In linguistics or semiotics, a framework where the meaning of a sign or concept is defined by its contrast with its opposite
In an oppositional context, the meaning of 'good' is reinforced by the presence of 'evil'.
Em um contexto de oposição, o significado de 'bom' é reforçado pela presença de 'mal'.