Opponent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈpəʊ.nənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Opponent is a noun meaning One who opposes another; one who works or takes a position against someone or something; one who attempts to stop the progress of someone or something.
Meaning
One who opposes another; one who works or takes a position against someone or something; one who attempts to stop the progress of someone or something.
More Meanings
- (obsolete) Opposing; adverse; antagonistic.
- (obsolete) Situated in front; opposite.
Example Sentences
During the crackdown, many opponents of the regime were arrested.
Her sympathizing Lover takes his Stand High on th’ opponent Bank […]
The person who ran against her in the last election proved to be a formidable opponent.
Young Ithacus advanc’d, defies the foe, Poising his lifted lance in act to throw: The savage renders vain the wound decreed, And springs impetuous with opponent speed!
Word Forms
- opponents
Synonyms for opponent
Depending on context, synonyms include adversary, antagonist, opposition, hostile, opposite, enemy.
Antonyms for opponent
Common opposites include supporter, proponent, advocate, respondent.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include adversary, antagonist, opposition, foeman, enemy, opposing.
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