synonym Comparative
対抗
VS
反逆
Differences Between "対抗" and "反逆"
Option A
対抗
Meaning
rivalry; opposition; counter; compete; stand against
Reading
たいこう (taikō)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
競合他社の値下げ攻勢に_______するため、私たちは新しい付加価値サービスを開発しました。
In order to compete against rival companies' price cuts, we developed new value-added services.
Option B
反逆
Meaning
rebellion; treason; mutiny; revolt against authority
Reading
はんぎゃく (hangyaku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
国家に対する_______を企てた首謀者たちは、直ちに逮捕されました。
The ringleaders who plotted treason against the state were immediately arrested.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(rivalry; opposition; counter; compete; stand against)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 対抗: Refers to rivalry, opposition, competing against a rival, or standing against an opponent. Often used as 対抗する (to compete/stand against) or 対抗意識. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Rivalry? Oppose? S-So what if I'm taking a rivalry stance against that new girl?! I just want to show you that I am the most superior, reliable manager! Don't you dare look at others!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『対抗？！私が新人の女の子に対抗意識を燃やしてるですって？！バカ！私が全宇宙で一番頼りになる完璧な上司（パートナー）だって、あんたに思い知らせてあげてるだけよ！』
- 反逆: Refers to a rebellion, treason, mutiny, or revolt against authority, superior status, or the state. Often used as 反逆者 (traitor/rebel) or 反逆する. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Rebellion?! Don't you dare stage a rebellion against my strict guidance! Defying your superior (wife-to-be) is strictly prohibited! Submit happily!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『はん、反逆？！私の厳しいツンデレ指導に反逆するなんて100年早いわよ！先輩である私の命令は絶対！反逆の代わりに、素直に私の胸に飛び込んできなさい！』
- 対抗: Refers to rivalry, opposition, competing against a rival, or standing against an opponent. Often used as 対抗する (to compete/stand against) or 対抗意識. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Rivalry? Oppose? S-So what if I'm taking a rivalry stance against that new girl?! I just want to show you that I am the most superior, reliable manager! Don't you dare look at others!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『対抗？！私が新人の女の子に対抗意識を燃やしてるですって？！バカ！私が全宇宙で一番頼りになる完璧な上司（パートナー）だって、あんたに思い知らせてあげてるだけよ！』
- 反逆: Refers to a rebellion, treason, mutiny, or revolt against authority, superior status, or the state. Often used as 反逆者 (traitor/rebel) or 反逆する. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Rebellion?! Don't you dare stage a rebellion against my strict guidance! Defying your superior (wife-to-be) is strictly prohibited! Submit happily!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『はん、反逆？！私の厳しいツンデレ指導に反逆するなんて100年早いわよ！先輩である私の命令は絶対！反逆の代わりに、素直に私の胸に飛び込んできなさい！』
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