Meaning of the word "opposite to" in English

What does "opposite to" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

opposite to

US /ˈɑpəzɪt tuː/
UK /ˈɒpəzɪt tuː/

Phrase

1.

in a position facing someone or something else

Example:
The house is opposite to the park.
She sat opposite to him at the table.
2.

completely different from someone or something else

Example:
His opinion is opposite to mine.
What he said was opposite to what he did.