Opponent

Meaning

a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another

A person who competes against or disagrees with another.

Example Sentences

The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.

The boxer defeated his opponent in the final round.

Example Expressions

worthy opponent

Synonyms

adversary, rival, competitor, enemy, challenger

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adversary, rival, competitor, enemy

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rival, adversary, competitor, challenger

Antonyms

ally, supporter, friend, partner

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ally, supporter, friend, partner

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ally, supporter, partner

Collocations

political opponent, strong opponent, defeat opponent, main opponent, worthy opponent, face an opponent

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political opponent, strong opponent, defeat opponent

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political opponent, main opponent, worthy opponent, face an opponent