opponent
Meaning
An opponent is a person or group that competes against another in a contest, game, or argument.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "opponent" with "adversary," which can imply a more hostile relationship.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Anna
had
been
practicing
chess
for
months
because
she
wanted
to
play
well
in
the
club
tournament
.
On
the
day
of
the
match
she
felt
calm
and
focused
as
she
watched
her
opponent
set
up
the
pieces
.
They
spoke
politely
before
the
game
and
agreed
on
the
rules
,
so
there
was
no
confusion
.
During
the
first
hour
she
made
careful
moves
and
learned
a
new
strategy
that
she
could
use
in
future
games
.
Common Phrases
fierce opponent
political opponent
formidable opponent
Synonyms
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