✅ Oppose means to actively resist or disagree with something (The council members opposed the new policy).

✅ Counter means to act in opposition to or challenge something directly (She countered his argument with strong evidence).

✅ Both words describe resisting or standing against something.

✅ Oppose is often used for general disagreement or resistance, while counter suggests a more immediate or direct response (I opposed the idea from the start; You countered the opponent's points one by one during the debate).

✅ Extremely means to a very high degree, beyond the usual or expected (The weather was extremely hot this summer).

✅ Immoderately refers to something that is done with a lack of restraint or self-control, often excessively (We ate immoderately at the buffet, piling our plates with food).

✅ Both words describe something done in excess or beyond the norm.

✅ Extremely is a more common term for describing intensity, while immoderately implies lack of control or excess (The extremely fast runner broke the record; Over the holidays, I ate immoderately which gave me a stomachache).

✅ Polite means showing good manners and respect for others (She gave a polite smile to the stranger).

✅ Courteous refers to being especially considerate and respectful in one's behavior (The waiter was very courteous and attentive).

✅ Both words describe behavior that is respectful and well-mannered.

✅ Polite can be used in everyday social situations, while courteous often carries a more formal tone, suggesting a higher level of attentiveness (Their new neighbor was polite at the dinner party; The hotel staff was courteous to all their guests).