partial opposition
[ˈpɑːrʃəl əˈpɑːzɪʃən]
nounpl: partial oppositions
oposição parcial
1. A situation where disagreement or resistance exists regarding some but not all aspects of a proposal, policy, or idea
The government faced partial opposition to the healthcare reform, with some groups supporting certain provisions while rejecting others.
O governo enfrentou oposição parcial à reforma de saúde, com alguns grupos apoiando certas disposições enquanto rejeitavam outras.
2. In astronomy, a lunar or planetary configuration where celestial bodies are positioned at an angle less than direct opposition
The moon's partial opposition to the sun creates interesting lighting conditions for observation.
A oposição parcial da lua ao sol cria condições de iluminação interessantes para observação.
3. In logic and debate, disagreement that is limited to specific points rather than fundamental principles
While they agreed on the overall strategy, there was partial opposition to the budget allocation.
Embora concordassem com a estratégia geral, havia oposição parcial à alocação do orçamento.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese political discourse to describe legislative debates where not all parties or groups are entirely opposed to a measure. It reflects the reality of coalition politics where stakeholders may support certain elements while maintaining reservations about others. In English-speaking contexts, particularly in the United States, the term is used in diplomatic, academic, and business negotiations to indicate selective disagreement.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to voice partial opposition
partial opposition to a proposal
meet with partial opposition
express partial opposition
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