This is the 556th most frequent Malay word.
menentang
"Menentang" means "to oppose" or "to resist."
In this sentence, 'menentang' is used to indicate disagreement or opposition toward a decision.
Dia menentang keputusan itu dengan tegas.
He firmly opposed the decision.
Here, 'menentang' demonstrates the act of competing against another team.
Pasukan kita menentang pasukan lawan di perlawanan akhir.
Our team competes against the opposing team in the final match.
This usage of 'menentang' conveys standing against or speaking out against a concept or action.